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The Tattoo 2017

15 min📅 2017-11-18

In 1980s New York, a quiet drama unfolds inside a funeral home where an elderly Holocaust survivor finds more than just closure. Ian Power's *The Tattoo (2017)* transforms a seemingly routine discovery into a deeply moving exploration of memory and redemption.

Director: Ian Power

Cast

Natalie Radmall-Quirke
Natalie Radmall-Quirke
Anna
Natalia Kostrzewa
Natalia Kostrzewa
Mother
Gráinne Keenan
Gráinne Keenan
Catherine
Jer O'Leary
Jer O'Leary
George
Andy Kellegher
Andy Kellegher
The Kommandant
Mark Tankersley
Mark Tankersley
The Tattooist
Charlie Kranz
Charlie Kranz
The Passenger
Adam Devereux
Stengl
Jonathan Gunning
Jonathan Gunning
The Kapo
Mark Kelvin Ryan
Jewish Prisoner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Tattoo (2017) about?

The film follows an aging Holocaust survivor working at a New York funeral home in 1980. When she stumbles upon a startling discovery, her past and present collide in a moment that challenges everything she thought she knew.

Who directed The Tattoo?

The Tattoo was directed by Ian Power, who crafts a poignant and intimate narrative around themes of memory and legacy.

Who stars in The Tattoo?

The film features Natalie Radmall-Quirke in the lead role, joined by Natalia Kostrzewa, Gráinne Keenan, Jer O'Leary, and Andy Kellegher.

Is The Tattoo (2017) worth watching?

As a 15-minute drama, *The Tattoo* delivers a powerful punch in a short runtime. Grounded in emotional depth and historical weight, it's a compelling choice for fans of intimate, thought-provoking films.

How long is The Tattoo?

The Tattoo runs for 15 minutes.

About The Tattoo (2017) — A Holocaust survivor's hidden truth in a 1980s New York funeral home

In 1980s New York, a quiet drama unfolds inside a funeral home where an elderly Holocaust survivor finds more than just closure. Ian Power's *The Tattoo (2017)* transforms a seemingly routine discovery into a deeply moving exploration of memory and redemption. With its stark setting and emotionally charged narrative, the film dives into the quiet resilience of those who carry the weight of history beneath their skin—and in their hearts.

The 15-minute short film weaves together themes of trauma, survival, and unexpected connections, anchored by a haunting performance from Natalie Radmall-Quirke. As the protagonist uncovers a hidden truth, the story lingers on the power of the past to reshape lives, even decades later.