Denial 2016
“The whole world knows the Holocaust happened. Now she needs to prove it.”
What is Denial?
Denial is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Drama, History.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2016
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 109 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 30, 2016
- Studios
- BBC Film, Participant, Krasnoff / Foster Entertainment
- Genres
- Drama, History
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~109 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- BBC Film, Participant, Krasnoff / Foster Entertainment
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Overview
Denial is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Drama, History. Produced and broadcast by BBC Film, Participant, Krasnoff / Foster Entertainment. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A historian battles a libel suit to protect Holocaust truth.”
- Compelling courtroom drama
- Strong performances by Rachel Weisz and Tom Wilkinson
- Based on a real legal battle
- Methodical pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you’re interested in real‑world legal battles and the defense of historical truth.
The PG‑13 rating and serious subject matter make it appropriate for mature teens and adults.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed the film?
Mick Jackson directed Denial.
What book is the film based on?
It is based on Deborah Lipstadt’s 2005 book History on Trial: My Day in Court with a Holocaust Denier.
Who portrays Deborah Lipstadt?
Rachel Weisz plays Deborah Lipstadt.
What genre does Denial belong to?
Denial is classified as a drama and history film.
When was Denial released in the United States?
It was released on September 30, 2016 in the US.
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