My Christmas Soldier (2006)

Christmas Eve 1943 A small Georgia town struggles with the rationing and sacrifices of America at war Christmas is no exception as 11yearold Gordy and his sister Priscilla sense a fear in the train station where they await their fathers homecoming Propaganda posters and tense adult talk drive home the evil of the enemy When a train loaded with German POWs arrives in the station Gordys curiosity is stronger than his fear He dares to approach the prison train and makes contact with a young German soldier named Hans Through the courage to trust and the song Silent Night friends and foes learn the true meaning of Peace on Earth Goodwill Towards Men and hearts are forever changed Based on true events