The Apex of Film-making

Rating: 10/10 (13 November 2007)

SCHINDLER'S LIST, based on the book by Thomas Keneally, is the closest thing to a perfect picture that I've ever seen. There are others that would qualify, but none have given me the emotional wallop that this did back in '93.
The acting is perfect, mesmerizing in some cases, especially by Ralph Fiennes; the score is beautiful and unforgettable; the direction is masterful, and the use of crisp black and white color underlies the film's realism and dark history.
The legacy of Oskar Schindler was new to me when I first saw this, and thanks to Spielberg, the story of one man's change of heart will be remembered forever. SCHINDLER'S LIST, to this day, is a prime example of inspired and mesmerizing cinema.