In the small town of Gniewoszów, all signs of its once-vibrant Jewish life have vanished — even the tombstones from the destroyed cemetery were stolen, erasing nearly every trace. Decades after the Holocaust, award-winning American filmmaker Yoav Potash (“Crime After Crime,” Sundance Film Festival) unearths the haunting mysteries of this town, revealing the complex interplay of love and hatred that shaped the lives of local Poles and their Jewish neighbors.

The town’s oldest residents, now in the twilight of their lives, break decades of silence, sharing secrets they have carried for a lifetime. Their poignant stories are brought to life with stunning animated sequences, enriched by artful touches of magical realism. Together, these accounts illuminate the life-and-death decisions made by ordinary Polish townsfolk — decisions that expose both the heights of human compassion and the depths of cruelty.

As attempts to rewrite this history in favor of a more politically convenient narrative gain momentum, “Among Neighbors” offers a powerful counterpoint. The film boldly asserts that true patriotism lies in facing history honestly, no matter how painful the truths may be.