The Way Back
A small band of multicultural convicts stages a daring escape from a WWII-era Siberian gulag, and embarks on a treacherous journey across five countries in a desperate race for freedom and survival.
Release Year
2010
Runtime
133 min
Audience Score
7.0
Genres
Drama, Adventure, History
Story Snapshot
A small band of multicultural convicts stages a daring escape from a WWII-era Siberian gulag, and embarks on a treacherous journey across five countries in a desperate race for freedom and survival.
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The Way Back is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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