"Schindler's List" was directed by Steven Spielberg. Released in 1993, this historical drama is based on the true story of Oskar Schindler, a German businessman who saved the lives of more than a thousand Polish Jews during the Holocaust by employing them in his factories. The film is renowned for its powerful storytelling, cinematography, and emotional depth, highlighting the horrors of the Holocaust while also showcasing themes of humanity and hope. "Schindler's List" received critical acclaim, winning seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director for Spielberg, and it continues to be regarded as one of the greatest films in cinematic history.