Antonina Zabinski
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The Zookeeper's Wife is a 2017 American war drama film directed by Niki Caro and written by Angela Workman. It is based on Diane Ackerman's non-fiction book of the same name.
Apr 7, 2017 · A film based on the true story of Antonina and Jan Zabinski, who sheltered hundreds of Jews and animals in the Warsaw Zoo during WWII. Starring Jessica Chastain, Daniel Brühl and Johan Heldenbergh, directed by Niki Caro.
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- Biography, Drama, History
- Niki Caro
- 2017-04-07
In the 1930s, Jan Żabiński is the director of a thriving zoo in Warsaw, Poland. His wife, Antonina, has a remarkable empathy with animals, and their villa in the zoo acts as a nursery and residence for numerous animals, as well as for their son.
- Diane Ackerman
- 2007
Mar 31, 2017 · A historical drama based on the true story of a Polish couple who saved hundreds of Jews from the Nazis during World War II. The film has mixed reviews from critics and audiences, and is available to rent or buy online.
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- Niki Caro
- PG-13
- Jessica Chastain
Watch The Zookeeper's Wife | Netflix. When the Nazis invade Poland, Warsaw Zoo caretakers work with the underground resistance to save Jews from the horrors of the Third Reich. Watch trailers & learn more.
The real-life story of one working wife and mother who became a hero to hundreds during World War II. In 1939 Poland, Antonina Żabińska (portrayed by two-tim...
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- Focus Features
The film tells the true story of the Warsaw Zoo directors who sheltered Jews during WWII Poland. Learn about the characters, the zoo, the war, and the challenges they faced in this historical drama.
