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One Life

2023, Movie, 1h 49min

British stockbroker Nicholas Winton visits Czechoslovakia in the 1930s and forms plans to assist in the rescue of Jewish children before the onset of World War II, in an operation that came to be known as the Kindertransport.

Country: United Kingdom

Director:

James Hawes

Cast:

Anthony Hopkins,

Jonathan Pryce,

Helena Bonham Carter,

Marthe Keller

Reviews

Critic James Mottram

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A powerful, superbly acted tale of bravery and unsung heroism.

Read full review at Gamesradar

Critic Kimberley Jones

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The film is quite gripping in its attention to the bureaucratic hurdles and mind-boggling logistics that Nicky and soon his mother (Bonham Carter), a German-Jewish refugee herself, must surmount to start moving children to safety.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle

Critic Adam Woodward

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Anthony Hopkins is sensational in James Hawes' otherwise fairly conventional biopic of Nicholas Winton, who was responsible for rescuing hundreds of Jewish children from Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia.

Read full review at Little White Lies

Critic Wendy Ide

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It’s a stirring story, and one it’s impossible to watch without considering Britain’s present-day reluctance when it comes to offering shelter to those most in need of it.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Peter Bradshaw

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It’s a story of wartime Europe and postwar memory, and also a noble and inspired moment in the history of British popular TV.

Read full review at The Guardian

Critic Nell Minow

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When Winton sees the children he saved, grown up and apparently flourishing, it helps him make sense of his life and tells us everything we need.

Read full review at Roger Ebert

Frequently asked questions

What is One Life about? Toggle content

In "One Life," we delve into the remarkable true story of Nicholas Winton, a young British stockbroker who becomes a beacon of hope in the turmoil of pre-World War II Europe. Faced with the heart-wrenching plight of Jewish families fleeing Nazi oppression in Czechoslovakia, he takes it upon himself to rescue over 600 children from certain danger. Despite his noble efforts, decades later, Winton grapples with haunting guilt over those he could not save. The film poignantly explores themes of courage, compassion, and redemption as Winton confronts his past and seeks reconciliation through unexpected reunions. Ultimately, "One Life" is a testament to the power of individual action in times of unimaginable crisis.

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You can stream One Life on: Amazon Prime ⎥ Paramount+

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