(released in English as The Zookeeper's Wife ) is a 2017 historical drama directed by Niki Caro and based on the non-fiction book by Diane Ackerman . The film portrays the true story of Antonina and Jan Żabiński, who saved approximately 300 Jews during the Holocaust by hiding them within the Warsaw Zoo. Narrative Overview
As the Nazi occupation intensifies and the Warsaw Ghetto is established, the Żabińskis begin working with the Polish underground resistance. They transform their zoo into a sanctuary, hiding Jewish refugees in the animal cages and the tunnels beneath their villa. They must maintain this operation under the watchful eyes of (Daniel Brühl), Hitler’s chief zoologist, who takes a personal interest in Antonina and the zoo's rare breeds. Key Themes and Analysis Die Frau des Zoodirektors (2017) - IMDb Die Frau des Zoodirektors (2017).mp4
Set in 1939 Warsaw, the film follows (Jessica Chastain) and her husband Jan (Johan Heldenbergh) as they manage a thriving zoo. Their peaceful existence is shattered by the German invasion of Poland, which leads to the destruction of the zoo and the deaths of many animals. (released in English as The Zookeeper's Wife )