Schindler's List. Everyone has seen it or at least heard of it. This classic of American cinema, directed by Steven Spielberg, is now available on Netflix. If you haven't seen it yet, you won't have an excuse not to watch it. More than a classic, the film is a history lesson. This historical drama has a rather exceptional cast. Starring Liam Neeson in the lead role of the famous Oskar Schindler, this feature film has won a number of awards; from the Césars, to the Oscars to the Golden Globes, it's not a classic for nothing.
Inspired by a true story
Initially, Schindler's List was (and is) a novel. Written by Thomas Keneally, the novel was a source of inspiration for acclaimed director Steven Spielberg. Hiring screenwriter Steven Zaillian, he then sought to make a historical film, certainly, but which mainly relates the role of Jews in history. Indeed, some scenes are difficult to watch because the script is wonderfully well written. 
3:15 can scare more than one. But don't rely on the length of the film. 3h15 to tell a story with so much importance, it's not much. Despite its unconventional length, Schindler 's List is at no time to be classified in the list of films "boring because too long". Under no circumstances. Moving, poignant, even chilling, this feature film definitely has its place among the greatest classics of cinema.
A list famous around the world
Auditioning children of Jews saved by Schindler for roles played in Hebrew, the American director knew what he was doing. He created a colossal impact, making a list of more than 1,200 names more famous than it already was. The film is entirely in black and white, although released in 1993. This choice reinforces the historical side of the film, showing only an epilogue in color, in homage to Mr. Schindler. Even if Oskar is the main character, Steven Spielberg did not neglect the experience of millions of Jews during this horrific period. No role tramples on the other. 
Obviously, some caveats are necessary if you still haven't watched the film. Perfectly retracing past events, some scenes can be incredibly violent. Unfortunately, this was essential in order to be as faithful as possible to history, and it would have been hypocritical to show only the bureaucratic aspect of Oskar Schindler's fight. For the curious, this little fact should interest more than one. The director felt very involved in this story because of his Jewish origins and he saw the making of this feature film as a "duty". Moreover, he did not ask for any remuneration, because for him it would have been "blood money". Schindler's List, classic to see (or review) as soon as possible in a duty of remembrance or simply for the sake of historical culture.Available on Netflix.
Trailer of Schindler's List directed by Steven Spielberg :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfW4spIQIHE
