Added to Netflix on Monday, Apr 22, 2024 Schindler’s List is set during World War II in German-occupied Poland where Oskar Schindler, initially a profiteer of the war, becomes an unlikely humanitarian amid the barbaric Nazi reign. Employing Jews in his enamelware and munitions factories, he saves over a thousand from the Holocaust, which forms the core of this somber narrative. The film is widely celebrated for its stark, realistic portrayal of its historical subject matter, its emotional depth, and its moral questions about courage, fear, and survival.
You can watch “Schindler’s List” on Netflix in Canada.
Length: 3h 15m
Genre: Drama, History, War
This Title is: Historically significant, emotional, thought-provoking
Cast
Liam Neeson, Ben Kingsley, Ralph Fiennes, Caroline Goodall, Embeth Davidtz
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – Graphic violence and mature themes
Trivia
- The film was shot in black and white to mirror the feel of documentary footage from the era.
- Director Steven Spielberg opted not to take a salary for the movie, calling it “blood money” given the film’s serious historical nature.
- Itzhak Perlman performed the hauntingly beautiful violin solos in John Williams’ Oscar-winning score.
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Steven Spielberg’s Schindler’s List remains a paramount achievement in filmmaking, blending deep emotional impact with a stark portrayal of historical events. The performances, particularly by Liam Neeson and Ralph Fiennes, are powerful, and the film’s monochrome photography enhances its solemn atmosphere. Despite its length, it maintains a gripping narrative that both educates and engrosses, making it not just a film but an essential experience in understanding the profound effects of humanity and inhumanity woven through the fabric of history.
