The Pianist (2002) | Documentary

The Pianist is a 2002 biographical war film directed by Roman Polanski, based on the autobiography of Polish-Jewish pianist and composer Władysław Szpilman. The film chronicles Szpilman’s survival during the Holocaust as he witnesses the destruction of Warsaw during World War II. After his family is deported to concentration camps, Szpilman is left to navigate the horrors of war alone. With gripping performances and an unflinching portrayal of survival, The Pianist highlights the resilience of the human spirit amidst unimaginable loss. Adrien Brody stars as Szpilman, delivering a haunting performance that won him the Academy Award for Best Actor.