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"The Pianist" (2002)

The Pianist is the story of Wladyslaw Szpilman, a Polish Jew who detailed his survival during WWII. A celebrated composer and pianist, he played the last live music heard over Polish radio airwaves before Nazi artillery hit. During the brutal occupation, he eluded deportation and remained in the devastated Warsaw Ghetto. There he struggled to stay alive even when cast away from those he loved.
"The Pianist" Cast List
Cast and crew list for "The Pianist," directed by Roman Polanski.
"The Pianist" Photo Gallery
Gallery of production photos from "The Pianist," featuring Adrien Brody, Thomas Kretschmann, and Roman Polanski.
"The Pianist" Movie Trailer
Trailer in Windows Media and Real Media formats, in two connection speeds.
"The Pianist" Soundtrack News
Hot off of its Academy Award wins, "The Pianist's" soundtrack climbed the classical music charts.
DVD News
"The Pianist" DVD release news, bonus features and synopsis.
Official "The Pianist" Website
Focus Features official site has detailed information on the movie and its cast and crew, as well as info on the story behind the film. RELEASE DATE: December 27, 2002 (Limited)
Wladyslaw Szpilman Fansite
There's a wealth of information on the real Wladyslaw Szpilman at this fansite.

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