The Diary of Anne Frank (1959)

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This is the autobiographical drama of a young Dutch Jewish girl hiding from the invading Nazis during World War II. Anne and her family share a claustrophobic attic with another family. Tension is often unbearable, as the people hiding know that their discovery by the enemy could lead to almost certain death at the hands of their captors. They also must contend with the Dutch Gestapo or "Green Police," who will turn them over to the Nazis if discovered. Dutch nationals risk their lives by hiding the family for two years. The group, despite the horror and crowded conditions, still find time for celebrations of Hanukkah and rejoice quietly in the small attic that has become their world. The story is told from the narrative perspective of Anne, a young girl hoping to live to womanhood. The film was nominated for several academy awards and won two for best supporting actress (Shelley Winters) and for cinematography (William Mellor). ~ Dan Pavlides, All Movie Guide

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

180 mins

Complete Cast:

Director(s):

George Stevens

Writer(s):

Albert Hackett, Frances Goodrich

Producer(s):

George Stevens

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• 1959 - The Diary of Anne Frank - Golden Globe - Motion Picture Promoting International Understanding
• 1959 - The Diary of Anne Frank - Hollywood Foreign Press Association - Motion Picture Promoting International Understanding