Denial

Denial

The whole world knows the Holocaust happened. Now she needs to prove it.

Directed by Mick Jackson

Produced by BBC Film, Participant

2016109 min6.8 / 10

A cerebral courtroom drama about defending historical truth against denial, grounded in the moral weight of Holocaust testimony and remembrance.

Acclaimed writer and historian Deborah E. Lipstadt must battle for historical truth to prove the Holocaust actually occurred when David Irving, a renowned denier, sues her for libel.

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  • Is Denial one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 93% of films.

  • Is Denial scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is Denial violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

  • Is Denial sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.

  • Does Denial end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.

  • Is Denial easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.

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