Jakob The Liar

 

Robin Williams, Alan Arkin,
Bob Balaban, Michael Jeter
TriStar Pictures;
Directed by Peter Kassovitz
Rated PG-13; 114 minutes; 1999

  
In Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II, poor Jewish café owner Jakob (Robin Williams) accidentally overhears a forbidden radio news bulletin signaling Soviet military successes against German forces. To combat the overwhelming depression that pervades the ghetto, Jakob tells fictitious news bulletins about Allied advances against the Nazis. These lies keep hope and humor alive among the ghetto inhabitants. The Germans learn of the mythical radio, however, and begin a search for the resistance hero who dares operate it.

 

 “Robin Williams gives an Oscar®–worthy performance.”
 -Tim Reid, EYADA.COM

“Stunning! You must see this unforgettable film.”
- Jeanne Wolf, JEANNE WOLF’S HOLLYWOOD

“Robin Williams’ best film since GOOD WILL HUNTING.”
- David Hunter, THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER		  

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