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Korczak

Janusz Korczak, a courageous Polish educator, sacrificed his own life to safeguard Jewish orphans from the dangers of World War II.

Janusz Korczak, a Polish pedagogue, dedicates his life to protecting Jewish orphans during World War II. Despite his own safety being at risk, he runs an orphanage in the Warsaw ghetto, where he implements innovative educational methods, including a children's self-government. When the ghetto is about to be liquidated, Korczak refuses a Swiss passport and boards a train to Treblinka with his orphans, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to their well-being.

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Info about Korczak

Studio(s): ZDF, BBC

Originally Released: United States, May 06, 1990

Production Countries: Germany, Poland, United Kingdom

Genres:Biography, Drama, War