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Anne Frank's Diary
During World War II, a teenage Jewish girl named Anne Frank and her family are forced into hiding in the Nazi-occupied Netherlands, as she keeps a diary of the next few years. NOTE: This is a French *edited* version of the 1995 original anime film by Akinori Nagaoka, which is listed as some minutes longer (102, while the France edit is cut down to 88). The edited version also replaced the original musical score with a more orchestral soundtrack. First shown in 1999 via festivals (some with an English dub), then released on DVD in 2000 with French audio & English subtitles, it took a while for an official English dub to be released next, but a trailer was posted on YouTube in April of 2015. The edited film with an English-audio dub was finally made available for free on YouTube as of May 2020. The "original" title in the info on TMDB is incorrectly in English but locked; the English should be in the "translated title" spot. It's in French on a poster though: Le Journal d'Anne Frank.
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Plot Summary
This powerful documentary recounts the harrowing experiences of Anne Frank and her family hiding from the Nazis during World War II. Through archival footage, photographs, and interviews with survivors, it chronicles their time in the Secret Annex and Anne's development as a writer. The film culminates with their discovery and deportation, offering a poignant testament to the human spirit amidst unspeakable tragedy.
Critical Reception
The documentary was widely acclaimed for its sensitive and comprehensive portrayal of Anne Frank's story, drawing praise for its historical accuracy and emotional impact. Critics lauded its ability to bring Anne's voice and experiences to life for a new generation.
What Reviewers Say
A deeply moving and historically significant documentary.
Effectively brings Anne Frank's diary to life through compelling visuals and narration.
A necessary and important film for understanding the Holocaust and its human cost.
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Awards & Accolades
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Non-Fiction Special (2000)
Fun Fact
The documentary incorporates rare footage of Anne Frank as a young child, adding a deeply personal dimension to her story.
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