Movies
Historical, Drama, War
Release Date: December 15, 1993

Director: Steven Spielberg

Main Cast:

• Liam Neeson as Oskar Schindler
• Ben Kingsley as Itzhak Stern
• Ralph Fiennes as Amon Göth
• Caroline Goodall as Emilie Schindler
• Embeth Davidtz as Helen Hirsch

Plot Summary

Based on a true story, Schindler’s List follows the transformation of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman and member of the Nazi Party, who risks everything to save over 1,100 Jewish people during the Holocaust.

At the start of World War II, Schindler arrives in Kraków, Poland, seeing the war as an opportunity for profit. He sets up a factory producing war supplies, employing Jewish workers because they are cheaper labor. With the help of Itzhak Stern (Ben Kingsley), a Jewish accountant, Schindler grows wealthy while keeping his factory running.

However, as the war continues, Schindler witnesses the horrific treatment of Jews, especially under the brutal command of Amon Göth (Ralph Fiennes), a ruthless Nazi officer overseeing the liquidation of the Kraków ghetto and the operations of Plaszów concentration camp.

What begins as a quest for wealth and status turns into a mission of humanity. Using his resources, Schindler bribes Nazi officials, falsely claiming that his workers are “essential to the war effort”, saving them from deportation to Auschwitz. In his final act, he compiles “Schindler’s List”, a document containing names of over 1,100 Jews, ensuring their survival as the war comes to an end.

By the war’s conclusion, Schindler has lost his fortune but has saved countless lives. The film’s final moments show the real Schindler Jews, visiting his grave, a powerful reminder of his legacy.

Why Schindler’s List is a Masterpiece

🎥 Steven Spielberg’s finest work – A deeply emotional and hauntingly beautiful film.
⚫ Black and white cinematography – Captures the rawness and brutality of the Holocaust.
😈 Ralph Fiennes as Amon Göth – One of cinema’s most chilling villains.
💔 Unforgettable moments – The girl in the red coat, Schindler’s breakdown, and the final graveyard scene.
🕊️ A message of hope and humanity – The power of one man to make a difference.

Legacy & Impact

🏆 Academy Awards – Won 7 Oscars, including Best Picture & Best Director.
📜 Preserved by the National Film Registry for its cultural significance.
🕍 A must-watch film – Often shown in schools to educate about the Holocaust.

👉 Schindler’s List is not just a movie—it’s a historical testament to the horrors of the past and the extraordinary courage of one man who chose to stand against it. A film that will stay with you long after the credits roll.