Few films manage to pack as much of an emotional punch as Steven Spielberg's 1993 epic "Schindler's List". It is his visceral tribute to the survivor's of the Holocaust, specifically those saved by the film's main protagonist, Oskar Schindler.
Some have criticized Spielberg for manipulating emotions in his films. But sometimes we go to the cinema to have our emotions manipulated, do we not? There are scenes of sheer terror, horror, joy amidst sorrow, surprise, catharsis, and triumph. The whole spectrum of human emotions is explored thoroughly and expertly.
The black and white cinematography lends a newsreel feel to the film and is, at the same time, transfixing in its beauty.
Some shy away from ever watching "Schindler's List" because of its subject matter. But, the film must be seen and experienced by all at least once in life. It is a staggering achievement and a monumental testimony to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of tragedy and despair.
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