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Schindler's List

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United States
Historical Drama

Steven Spielberg's powerful Holocaust drama that stands as cinema's most important historical document.

Expert Score
97
Public Score
93
Final Score
95

The Story

Schindler's List, directed by Steven Spielberg, tells the true story of Oskar Schindler, a German industrialist who saved over 1,100 Jews during the Holocaust. Shot in black and white for artistic and historical authenticity, the film is both a powerful drama and an important historical document. It won seven Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director. Spielberg donated all his profits to Holocaust education. The film has been used in educational settings worldwide to teach about the Holocaust, ensuring its historical significance endures.

Achievements & Awards

  • πŸ†7 Academy Awards (Picture, Director, Adapted Screenplay)
  • πŸ†AFI's 100 Greatest Movies (#8)
  • πŸ†National Film Registry (2004)
  • πŸ†Educational Tool Worldwide
  • πŸ†Steven Spielberg's Masterpiece
  • πŸ†Cultural and Historical Impact
  • πŸ†Over $322 Million Box Office
  • πŸ†Liam Neeson's Career Defining Role

Film Details

Release Year
1993
Director
Steven Spielberg
Box Office
$322M worldwide
IMDb Rating
9.0/10
Runtime
195 minutes