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The Pianist

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In this adaptation of the autobiography "The Pianist: The Extraordinary True Story of One Man's Survival in Warsaw, 1939-1945," Wladyslaw Szpilman, a Polish Jewish radio station pianist, sees Warsaw change gradually as World War II begins. Szpilman is forced into the Warsaw Ghetto, but is later separated from his family during Operation Reinhard. From this time until the concentration camp prisoners are released, Szpilman hides in various locations among the ruins of Warsaw.

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Adrien Brody
Wladyslaw Szpilman
Thomas Kretschmann
Captain Wilm Hosenfeld
Frank Finlay
Father

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Awards

  • 2003 - Oscar - Best Picture - nominated
  • 2003 - Oscar - Best Actor in a Leading Role - winner
  • 2003 - Oscar - Best Director - winner
  • 2003 - Oscar - Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay - winner

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