“Son of Saul” (2015)
“Son of Saul” is a harrowing and critically acclaimed drama that offers a profoundly immersive exploration of the Holocaust. 
Directed by László Nemes, the film follows Saul Ausländer, a Hungarian-Jewish prisoner forced to work as a member of the Sonderkommando in the Auschwitz concentration camp.
With its gritty, claustrophobic cinematography and Géza Röhrig’s extraordinary performance, the movie immerses the viewer in the horrific realities of the Nazi death camps.
Yet, beyond its stark depiction of historical atrocities, “Son of Saul” also delves into the deeply personal and emotional journey of its protagonist, as he struggles to maintain his humanity amidst the overwhelming tragedy.
Nemes’ masterful direction, coupled with the film’s unique formal approach, creates a cinematic experience that is both visually stunning and emotionally devastating. “Son of Saul” stands as a powerful and uncompromising work of art that challenges the viewer’s perceptions and demands deep reflection.
Directed by László Nemes, the film follows Saul Ausländer, a Hungarian-Jewish prisoner forced to work as a member of the Sonderkommando in the Auschwitz concentration camp. With its gritty, claustrophobic cinematography and Géza Röhrig’s extraordinary performance, the movie immerses the viewer in the horrific realities of the Nazi death camps. Yet, beyond its stark depiction of historical atrocities, “Son of Saul” also delves into the deeply personal and emotional journey of its protagonist, as he struggles to maintain his humanity amidst the overwhelming tragedy. Nemes’ masterful direction, coupled with the film’s unique formal approach, creates a cinematic experience that is both visually stunning and emotionally devastating. “Son of Saul” stands as a powerful and uncompromising work of art that challenges the viewer’s perceptions and demands deep reflection.
