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Schindler's List

Discover how one brave man used his factories to save over a thousand people during a very dark time in history!

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Still from Schindler's List in Foyer of Krakow 1939-1945 Museum - In Oskar Schindler's Factory - Krakow - Poland - 02

Still from Schindler's List in Foyer of Krakow 1939-1945 Museum - In Oskar Schindler's Factory - Krakow - Poland - 02

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Still from Schindler's List in Foyer of Krakow 1939-1945 Museum - In Oskar Schindler's Factory - Krakow - Poland - 01
Holocaust survivor recounts being on Schindler’s list
Holocaust survivor recounts being on Schindler’s list
Holocaust survivor recounts being on Schindler’s list
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Holocaust survivor recounts being on Schindler’s list
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Alleyway Used in Filming of Schindler's List - Jewish Quarter of Kazimierz - Krakow - Poland
Holocaust survivor recounts being on Schindler’s list
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Key Facts

Film Type
Epic historical drama film.
Filmed In
Krakow, Poland.
Saved Lives
Over 1,000 people.
Filming Style
Shot in black and white to feel like a documentary.

Meet Oskar Schindler!

Imagine a movie about a real person named Oskar Schindler. He was a businessman who lived a long time ago, during a big war called World War II. He owned factories where people worked. But Oskar wasn't just any businessman; he was a hero! He used his factories to protect over a thousand Jewish people from terrible danger. This movie tells his amazing true story.

Making a Movie About a Hero

Making this movie was a big project! A famous director named Steven Spielberg wanted to tell Oskar Schindler's story. He read a book about him and thought it was so important.

It took a long time to decide to make the movie. They filmed it in a real city where Oskar Schindler lived, called Krakow. To make it feel like a historical story, they filmed it all in black and white, like old photographs!

Why This Story is Super Important

This movie is important because it shows us that even in the scariest times, one person can make a huge difference. Oskar Schindler risked a lot to save lives. The movie helps us remember what happened during the Holocaust and learn from it. It teaches us about bravery, kindness, and how important it is to stand up for others. It's a story that reminds us to be good to each other.

A Movie That Won Big Awards!

When 'Schindler's List' came out, people loved it! It won many, many awards, like seven Oscars, which are like the biggest movie prizes. People thought the acting was amazing, the music was beautiful, and the directing was brilliant. It was also a big success, making a lot of money so more people could see this important story. It's still considered one of the best movies ever made!

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