Movies like The Pianist

Schindler's List, directed by Steven Spielberg, is a profound narrative focusing on the Holocaust, much like The Pianist. It showcases the true story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who saved the lives of over a thousand Jewish refugees by employing them in his factories. Its heart-wrenching depiction of World War II's atrocities and the triumph of human spirit makes it a compelling watch for those who appreciate The Pianist.

Directed by Steven Spielberg, Saving Private Ryan brings to the screen the raw, gritty reality of World War II. The film's intense depiction of the D-Day invasion and its aftermath will resonate with viewers drawn to the realistic portrayal of wartime struggle in The Pianist.

Although set in a different aspect of World War II, The Imitation Game shares the theme of perseverance against daunting odds with The Pianist. It tells the story of Alan Turing and his team attempting to break the Nazi's Enigma code, showcasing the war's intellectual battles alongside its physical ones.

This film takes a different perspective on the Holocaust by following the friendship between the son of a Nazi commandant and a Jewish boy in a concentration camp. The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas is a moving story that delves into themes of innocence and the devastating impact of war, similar to the introspective journey of The Pianist.

Defiance presents a remarkable story of Jewish brothers in Nazi-occupied Eastern Europe who escape into the Belarussian forests, where they join Russian resistance fighters. It is a tale of survival and rebellion that resonates with the resilience depicted in The Pianist.

Set in Germany during World War II, The Book Thief follows a young girl's relationship with her adoptive parents and a Jewish fist-fighter who is hiding in their home. It offers a poignant look at the war's impact on civilians and echoes the solemn atmosphere of The Pianist.