Defiance 2008
“Freedom begins with an act of defiance”
What is Defiance?
Defiance is a film first released in 2008. Catalogued under Action, Drama, History, War.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 137 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 31, 2008
- Studios
- Paramount Vantage, Grosvenor Park Productions, Defiance Productions
- Genres
- Action, Drama, History, War
- Updated
Trailer
Overview
Defiance is a film first released in 2008. Catalogued under Action, Drama, History, War. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Vantage, Grosvenor Park Productions, Defiance Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Four brothers flee Nazi-occupied Poland to join partisans and rescue hundreds of Jews.”
- Based on a true WWII story
- Focuses on Jewish resistance and rescue
- Strong war drama elements
- Violent war content may be intense
Watch it if you appreciate historically grounded war dramas about resistance and rescue.
The film contains intense wartime violence and mature themes, making it suitable for adult audiences.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about Defiance — answers are spoiler-safe.
Your verdict
Is Defiance worth watching?
Cast
Frequently asked questions
Is Defiance based on real events?
Yes, the film is based on a true story of four Jewish brothers during World War II.
What time period does the movie portray?
It is set during World II, focusing on the Nazi occupation of Poland.
Who are the central characters?
The story follows four Jewish brothers who escape Nazi-occupied West Belarus and join Soviet partisans.
What is the main goal of the brothers in the film?
They aim to combat the Nazis and rescue Jews trapped in Polish ghettos.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours 17 minutes.