- MrMedia9229 maja 2026These are always so hard to watch. They are far from entertainment - they are a vivid glimpse into the realities of the WWII Holocaust. This film is no different. Excellent portrayal; Adrien Brody brought to life the memoirs of Władysław Szpilman with such sensitivity and commitment. Roman Polanski brought as much accuracy to the film as possible; adding personal aspects of what was passed on to him from his ancestors about the German oppression over the Jews as well as reflecting what Szpilman wrote in his memoirs. I have only seen this film twice. The second time, just before writing this review. Such a powerful reminder of what these men, women and children went through and a reflection what happens when anyone reduces another life to being “unworthy” of living due to nationality, skin color, and religious beliefs.
- ronwilding33013 października 2025Layers and layers of emotions throughout this movie. It leaves one with a haunting recollection that the holocaust was a long nightmare for so many innocent people. It is stark as well as startling in its presentation. I felt myself wanting to look away. For me, it was a portrait of the will to survive under intolerable atrocities. It is believable and important in its historical context.
- Nick B1 sierpnia 2025The accelerating descent into the Holocaust from the Polish perspective is witnessed in excruciating detail from the perspective of a Jewish pianist. A poignant period piece that should be mandatory viewing in every World War II history course and a powerful warning from our past to be carried into the collective human future.
- Charles London19 maja 2025An absolutely amazing true story of Holocaust survival through a combination of immense musical talent, personal connections, stoic determination, and the grace of incredibly good fortune. It has to be seen to be believed. Polanski's film washes over you like a Chopin nocturne, replete with passages of deep emotion, ascending notes of tension, sudden tumultuous movements, and haunting interludes. Prepare to be affected and keep a tissue handy. The audience feels Szpilman's emotional pain and utter exhaustion...then ultimately his bittersweet relief.
- ionutovic2 kwietnia 2025A hauntingly powerful and deeply moving portrayal of survival, humanity, and the horrors of war. Adrien Brody delivers a phenomenal performance that brings raw emotion to every scene. The cinematography, music, and direction by Roman Polanski make this film unforgettable. It’s not an easy watch, but it’s a necessary one—a true masterpiece.
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Pianista was released on 17 września 2002.
Pianista was directed by Roman Polanski.
Pianista has a runtime of 2 h 28 min.
Pianista was produced by Alain Sarde, Robert Benmussa, Roman Polanski.
Władysław Szpilman wraz z rodziną mieszka w Warszawie. Jest młodym, zdolnym pianistą, żydowskiego pochodzenia. Gdy do miasta wkraczają Niemcy, i wkrótce potem zakładają getta, młody Władek zarabia jako pianista w kawiarniach. Z biegiem czasu Niemcy rozpoczynają wywóz Żydów, a Szpilmanowi w ostatniej chwili udaje się uniknąć losu rodziny, którą zagnano do wagonu pociągu. Wkrótce potem Władysław ucieka z getta i dzięki polskim przyjaciołom znajduje ukrycie przed okupantami. Niestety nie zaznaje spokoju na długo. Zaraz po wybuchu Powstania Warszawskiego Szpilman musi uciekać.
The key characters in Pianista are Władysław 'Władek' Szpilman (Adrien Brody), Captain Wilm Hosenfeld (Thomas Kretschmann), Father (Frank Finlay).
Pianista is rated 12.
Pianista is a Dramat, Wojenny, Biography film.
Pianista has an audience rating of 9.6 out of 10.
Pianista had a budget of 35 mln USD.
Pianista has made 120,1 mln USD at the box office.