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Plot
In the shadow of the harrowing World War II, Hans Muller, a Jewish ex-vaudevillian juggler, walks free from the haunting memories of a Nazi concentration camp only to be imprisoned by his own traumatic psyche. Embracing a new beginning, he journeys from Germany to the hopeful landscapes of Israel, bringing with him a dream of freedom and a fresh start.
However, the scars of the past prove stubborn to erase. Muller's interaction with authority is marred by his horrific experiences in the death camps. When faced with an Israeli policeman demanding his identification papers, the juggler's fragile equilibrium shatters, and he lashes out, striking the officer. Convinced he's committed murder, Muller is thrust into a cross-country flight, becoming a fugitive in the very land he sought refuge.
As he traverses the diverse terrains of Israel, two unexpected companions cross his path - a spirited young girl who captures his heart, and a lonely orphan boy. With the innocence and resilience of youth, they weave themselves into the fabric of his journey. Muller finds himself teaching the boy the art of juggling, an act that becomes a metaphor for his own struggle to balance the remnants of his past with his hopes for the future.
"The Juggler" (1953) is a poignant narrative of survival and redemption, a tale of a man caught in a relentless struggle with the ghosts of his past, while yearning for peace and love in a new homeland. The movie invites its audience to follow Muller in his quest for tranquility, offering an intimate glimpse into the human capacity for resilience in the face of adversity.
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The Juggler is a drama movie featuring Kirk Douglas.
The Juggler is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Tubi TV.