IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users80%
Director: Edward Zwick•Genres: Action, Drama, War, Biography
In German-occupied Eastern Europe during World War II, three Jewish brothers escape the Nazis and seek refuge in the dense Białowieża Forest. Led by the eldest brother, Tuvia Bielski, they form a community of Jewish partisans, fighting back against their oppressors while trying to survive the brutal winter and the constant threat of discovery. Their resistance grows into one of the largest armed uprisings of Jews against the Nazis.
Defiance received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its performances, particularly Daniel Craig's, and its compelling portrayal of a true story of resistance. While some critics found the film's action sequences occasionally overshadowed the historical drama, the overall consensus was that it was a powerful and moving depiction of courage in the face of unimaginable adversity.
Praised for its strong performances, especially Daniel Craig.
Noted for its powerful depiction of Jewish resistance during WWII.
Some critics found the pacing and tone uneven.
Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's true story of bravery and resilience, with many highlighting the emotional impact and the compelling performances of the lead actors.
Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Original Score. Received nominations and awards from various film festivals and critics' circles for its performances and technical achievements.
The real-life Bielski partisans, portrayed in the film, rescued over 1,200 Jews from the Holocaust, establishing the largest armed underground Jewish resistance group.
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