

Holocaust survivors provide testimonies alongside historical footage and photographs, illustrating the systematic murder of Jewish people by the Nazi regime during World War II.
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Holocaust survivors provide testimonies alongside historical footage and photographs, illustrating the systematic murder of Jewish people by the Nazi regime during World War II.
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Arnold Schwartzman's documentary "Genocide" features testimonies from Holocaust survivors alongside historical footage and photographs. It details the systematic murder of Jewish people by the Nazi regime during World War II. The film includes readings of victims' accounts and footage from the liberation of concentration camps. It warns of the dangers of rising anti-Semitism and the potential for history to repeat itself. "Genocide" won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 1982, marking a significant recognition for Holocaust films.
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- See survivor testimonies that reveal personal experiences.
- Find out about the rise of anti-Semitism today.
- Meet historical figures like Dwight D. Eisenhower and Adolf Hitler.
Did You Know
- The film won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 1982.
- It was directed by Arnold Schwartzman and released in 1981.
- Michael Berenbaum described watching the film as akin to sitting in a dentist's chair.
- The film has a duration of 84 minutes.
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Who directed the documentary Genocide?
Genocide was directed by Arnold Schwartzman.
What award did Genocide win?
Genocide won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
What year was Genocide released?
Genocide was released in 1981.
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