A moving story about a heroic deed

Rating: 10/10 (5 January 2000)

Schindler's List is a vivid character portrait of a flawed man who made heroic choices under the toughest of circumstances. Steven Spielberg has found a wonderful story, and has told it with pain, passion, and wisdom that is rare in today's cinema. In this three hour tale, Spielberg has at once shown us the horror of war, and has given us a story of courage and heroism to overcome it. Strong performances by Liam Neelson as Oscar Schindler, Ben Kingsley, and Ralph Feinnes enhanced the strength of this painful and touching story. Even a schmaltzy ending cannot take away the beauty and power of this heroic tale, beautifully told.