The Zookeeper's Wife 2017
“They gave all they had to save all they could”
What is The Zookeeper's Wife?
The Zookeeper's Wife is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Drama, History, War.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 126 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 24, 2017
- Studios
- Scion Films, Czech Anglo Pictures, Focus Features
- Genres
- Drama, History, War
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Overview
The Zookeeper's Wife is a film first released in 2017. Catalogued under Drama, History, War. Produced and broadcast by Scion Films, Czech Anglo Pictures, Focus Features. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A wartime zoo becomes a hidden sanctuary for refugees and animals.”
- Based on true heroic rescue
- Depicts courage amid World War II
- Rich period setting
- Runtime of over two hours may feel slow for some
- PG-13 rating limits graphic intensity
Watch it if you appreciate stories of ordinary people standing up against oppression.
The film contains wartime themes and some intense scenes, suitable for mature teens and adults.
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What historical period does the film portray?
It is set during the Nazi invasion of Poland in World War II.
Who are the central characters?
The story follows Jan and Antonina Żabiński, the keepers of the Warsaw Zoo.
Is the film based on real events?
Yes, it recounts the actual rescue of hundreds of Polish Jews and animals.
What genre does the movie belong to?
It is classified as a drama, history, and war film.
What is the film’s rating?
The movie is rated PG‑13.
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