Movies and TvShows featuring "holocaust-shoah-survivor" theme.

When a visionary architect and his wife flee post-war Europe in 1947 to rebuild their legacy and witness the birth of modern United States, their lives are changed forever by a mysterious, wealthy client.

The true story of one Jewish family separated at the start of World War II, determined to survive—and to reunite.

In the tradition of WWII-themed graphic novels such as Maus, six remarkable motion comics tell the dramatic stories of the brave people who raised their voices to advocate for Jewish refugees victimized by the Nazis

In the midst of World War II, a Spanish photographer named Francisco Boix becomes a prisoner at the infamous Mauthausen concentration camp. Determined to expose the horrors and document the truth, Boix risks his life to secretly capture photographs of the brutal Nazi regime and their war crimes. Through his lens, he provides evidence that would later be used in the Nuremberg Trials to bring justice to the perpetrators. This gripping biographical drama tells the courageous story of a man who fought against oppression and stood up for the truth.

Simone: Woman of the Century follows the remarkable life of Simone Veil, a Holocaust survivor turned influential politician, human rights advocate, and feminist. Through a series of non-chronological memories, the film delves into Veil's challenging childhood, her political battles, and the tragedies she endured. It presents an intimate and epic portrait of an extraordinary woman who championed humanist values and continues to inspire today.

The life and work of German political philosopher of Jewish descent Hannah Arendt (1906-75), who caused a stir when she coined a subversive concept, the banality of evil, in her 1963 book on the trial of Nazi war criminal Adolph Eichmann (1906-62), held in Israel in 1961, which she covered for the New Yorker magazine.

In 1944, two prisoners miraculously escaped from Auschwitz. They told the world of the horror of the Holocaust and raised one of the greatest moral questions of the 20th century.

Enric Marco, a Spanish trade unionist, claims to be a survivor of Nazi concentration camps.

The Boy in the Woods is a gripping and emotional biographical drama that tells the remarkable true-life survival story of a Jewish boy during the Holocaust. Set in Nazi-occupied Eastern Europe, the film follows the young boy as he hides and evades capture in the dense forests. Amidst the constant threat of being discovered, he must rely on his wits, courage, and the kindness of strangers to stay alive. It is a harrowing tale of resilience, hope, and the enduring human spirit.

A detailed account of the two millennia of intolerance and persecution suffered by the Jews, from antiquity to the present day.

Einsatzgruppen: The Nazi Death Squads is a documentary TV show that delves into the brutal activities carried out by Nazi death squads during World War II. The series uncovers the truth behind the mass murders, genocides, and the Holocaust Shoah. It provides a horrifying insight into the actions of these squads and the impact they had on the victims and survivors. With a focus on historical accuracy and testimonies from survivors, this series presents a comprehensive exploration of one of the darkest chapters in human history.

Based on a true story, The Windermere Children follows a group of child Holocaust survivors who are brought to the Lake District in England for recovery. With the help of a compassionate child psychologist and their newfound friendship, they begin to heal from their traumatic experiences and learn to trust again.

Ask Dr. Ruth is a movie that explores the life of Dr. Ruth Westheimer, a German-American sex therapist and Holocaust survivor. The film delves into her experiences as a sniper during World War II, her career as a radio personality, and her work in sexual education and advocacy. It also highlights her painful memories of the Holocaust and her efforts to promote sexual revolution and openness.

In The Man in the Glass Booth, a man named Arthur Goldman is accused of being a notorious war criminal. As he stands trial, he must confront his past and face the consequences of his actions during the Holocaust. The story delves into themes of justice, guilt, and the complexities of identity.

Slovakia, on the eve of the outbreak of World War II. The family of the young Jewish Martin Friedmann gathers to celebrate his bar mitzvah and make a solemn promise that they will all meet again a year later around the same table; but the storms of war and anti-Semitic fanaticism will lead each of them down very different paths.

A juggler named Hans is imprisoned in a concentration camp during World War II. He manages to escape and becomes an emigrant in a new country. Hans must navigate his way through post-war Germany, dealing with trauma, struggle, and the pursuit of a better life.

Facing Windows is a drama-romance movie set in Italy. The story follows a woman named Giovanna who becomes captivated by the life of an elderly Holocaust survivor that she discovers while living with her husband and son. As Giovanna develops a deep connection with the man, she starts to question her own life and choices, leading to a journey of self-discovery, love, and compassion. The movie explores themes of memory, lost love, sacrifice, and redemption.

Left Luggage is a drama film set in 1972 Antwerp, Belgium. The story follows a woman named Chaja who takes a job as a nanny for an orthodox Jewish family. As Chaja develops relationships with the family members, she also uncovers secrets and learns about the Holocaust. Through this experience, Chaja learns about her own identity and the importance of family.

The story of Judge Jan-Robert von Renesse, who in the early 2000s fights against his own judicial system for the rights of Holocaust survivors and almost destroys his own life in the process.