Review of Shoah (1985) by Eric A — 19 Jul 2015

Maybe the greatest documentary ever made.

This review of Shoah (1985) was written by Eric A on 19 Jul 2015.

Shoah has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Ripö M (410) on 23 Mar 2010

Nine intense hours of pure hurt and history. An emotionally searing, devastating experience that unfortunately left a black mark on humanity…

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By Greg R (1,187) on 18 Aug 2016

Nearly ten hours of the most unsettling stories you will ever hear. Greatest documentary ever made…

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By Candice Russell (77) for South Florida Sun-Sentinel (746) on 02 Jun 2014

Lanzmann`s monumental film bears significant witness to the Holocaust. Those who see it will never forget it…

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By Scott R (2,451) on 20 Jan 2018

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By On B (1) on 10 Mar 2015

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By Rob R (451) on 02 Mar 2011

A 9 hour documentary about the holocaust, more specifically for the majority of its running time, about the extermination camps and the details…

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By Peter Rainer (2,575) for Christian Science Monitor (3,788) on 14 Jan 2011

At a time when the few remaining witnesses to the Holocaust are passing away, Shoah more than ever stands as a necessary experience…

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By David Parkinson (764) for Radio Times (2,421) on 02 Jun 2014

Putting a face on inhuman misery, this remarkable achievement demonstrates film's unique power and its underperformed duty…

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By Nate 2 (23) on 26 Jun 2013

I'd give it 7 stars out of 5 if I could, the only word to accurately describe this film is 'Monumental…

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