To honor International Holocaust Remembrance Day, this new animated film Survivor is a must-see, especially for the younger generations. It is a touching story of one little boy who survived the horrific holocaust. Survivor is based on a true story.
The film will be available for free for only 24 hours on January 27, 2026 on YouTube. After that, it will only be available for ChaiFlicks members beginning January 28, 2026.
ChaiFlicks is a streaming channel focusing on quality stories about Jewish life and culture.
Survivor is a moving story that will tug at everyone’s hearts. It is dedicated to the 6 million Jews who were murdered in the Holocaust – and to those like Ivor, who survived. He was a miracle, unlike millions of others.
The story of 12-year-old Ivor and his friend Alec is beautifully brought to the screen through simple animation that is more emotional than any real-life film could be. It is a must-see, especially during these times of hate.
Never again should anyone have to experience what Ivor went through. Never Again.
In his later years, Ivor Perl, whose story this is, said, “The Holocaust happened in broad daylight, in plain sight – with the world watching.”
Award-winning animator Zoom Rockman explained, “When I read Ivor’s story, I immediately began to visualize it as a film—one I could bring to life through my paper puppet animation to create something both powerful and accessible, especially for audiences who might not otherwise engage with this vital subject matter. I deliberately chose to tell Ivor’s story in a Gen Z–inspired style to ensure what happened remains present in the memory of rising generations.”
With this simple animation and the beautiful music by composer Erran Baron Cohen, the impact of the story is much more dramatic. And definitely memorable.
Make sure to mark your calendar for January 27, 2026 to experience the touching story of little Ivor, an innocent little boy who faced the most horrific time in modern human history.
On January 27, 2026, go to this link for your free 24-hour access to Survivor.
For more about this film and others, go to the ChaiFlicks website.
Neil Friedman, CEO of ChaiFlicks states, “This is a profoundly moving and important film that we are honored to share with the world on such a meaningful day. Stories like Survivor must be seen, remembered, and passed on to as many people as possible. We are deeply honored to provide a platform for this uniquely crafted account of a child’s Holocaust survival, making it accessible to audiences everywhere on YouTube and our platform at no cost on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.”
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Francine Brokaw has been covering all aspects of the entertainment industry for over 30 years. She also writes about products and travel. She has been published in national and international newspapers and magazines as well as Internet websites and is the entertainment correspondent for Good Day Orange County. She is a longstanding member of the Television Critics Association and is accredited by the MPAA.
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