Who Will Write Our History
Abramorama | Release Date: January 18, 2019 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
83
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Universal acclaim based on 6 Critic Reviews
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6
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0
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0
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Critic scorePublicationBy date
90
Los Angeles TimesKenneth TuranJan 31, 2019
Though its form is complex, including archival scenes that include concentration camp-type footage, the film’s emotional through line is clear and direct. Read full review
90
The Hollywood ReporterJohn DeForeJan 18, 2019
It uses historical artifacts to excellent, devastating effect. Read full review
90
The New York TimesKen JaworowskiJan 17, 2019
Using newsreels, voice-overs and re-enactments, Roberta Grossman, the documentary’s director, paints a comprehensive portrait of the times and of the risks taken by Ringelblum and his group. The staged scenes are well acted, while readings from diaries and letters are heartbreaking. Read full review
75
Film ThreatHanna BMay 16, 2019
Who Will Write Our History does a good job telling this great but little known story from simple proofs of everyday life and death of ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. Read full review
70
VarietyOwen GleibermanJan 19, 2019
A vital and sobering documentary directed by Roberta Grossman, always knew that they were drafting the record of an existence whose memory — were it not for them — would be wiped away. Read full review
63
RogerEbert.comMatt FagerholmJan 18, 2019
Regardless of its missteps, Grossman’s film should be seen as a necessary introduction to a multitude of stories warranting greater analysis. Read full review
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