In "The Reader," a powerful film set against the backdrop of the Holocaust, a chilling courtroom testimony reveals a harrowing event: six women locking 300 Jews in a church to perish in a fire. This scene is at the heart of the film, posing a profound question: What is there to understand about such an atrocity? The movie delves into the complexities of guilt, justice, and the human capacity for both cruelty and redemption.

It's a gripping, thought-provoking journey that challenges viewers to confront the darkest aspects of history and the nuances of moral responsibility. A must-watch for those interested in the intersection of history, ethics, and the law.


Director
Stephen Daldry
Writers
David Hare
Bernhard Schlink
Stars
Kate WinsletRalph FiennesBruno Ganz