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2023 · 105 min · PG-13

The Zone of Interest

Directed by Jonathan Glazer · Drama, History, War

The Zone of Interest (2023) is a Drama film, directed by Jonathan Glazer set in Auschwitz during the 1940s. It runs 105 minutes and is rated PG-13.

A biopic, with a bleak and contemplative tone. Themes of freedom & oppression and family & loyalty run throughout.

Composer
Mica Levi
Cinematography
Łukasz Żal
Cast
Christian FriedelSandra HüllerJohann KarthausLuis Noah WitteNele AhrensmeierLilli FalkAnastazja DrobniakCecylia Pekala

The world of this film

Setting

Where
Auschwitz
Setting
Urban
When
1940s

Premise & themes

Premise
Biopic
Themes
Freedom & OppressionFamily & Loyalty
Tone
BleakContemplative

Shape

Protagonist
Ensemble
Pacing
Slow Burn
Dialogue
Sparse Quiet
Based on
Inspired By Real Events

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