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Vindicta (2026)
In just one moment 19-year-old Hannah's world shatters when her parents are murdered in front of her. After fleeing, she seeks refuge with family friends before becoming the embodiment of rage and revenge towards those responsible for destroying her life. An unexpected connection with a handsome young Nazi Officer generates a moment of respite, but she is consumed by vengeance at any cost, no matter what or when. The story is inspired by the true events of women who helped defeat the Nazis during WWII.
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In just one moment 19-year-old Hannah's world shatters when her parents are murdered in front of her. After fleeing, she seeks refuge with family friends before becoming the embodiment of rage and revenge towards those responsible for destroying her life. An unexpected connection with a handsome young Nazi Officer generates a moment of respite, but she is consumed by vengeance at any cost, no matter what or when. The story is inspired by the true events of women who helped defeat the Nazis during WWII.
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Genre:Thriller, War, Drama
Written By:Dominik Sedlar
In Theaters:1/15/2026
Box Office:
Runtime:128 minutes
Studio:Croatia Film, Rosary Film (HR)
Cast
Dominik Sedlar
Director
Devon Ross
Hannah
Jack Bandeira
Klaus
Pip Torrens
Adnon Svoboda
Anna Madeley
Eliza Svoboda
Suzanne Bertish
Older Hannah
Sam Hazeldine
SS Officer Otto Becker
Juliet Aubrey
Adela Lieben
Edward Baker-Duly
Saul Lieben
Magnus Af Sandeberg
SS Officer Wilhelm
Richard Campbell
Hunter
Kiefer Moriarty
SS Officer Sebastien
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