What’s new:
The new mini-series ‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz,’ starring Harvey Keitel and based on real events, is gearing up for its upcoming release on streaming platforms in the US and Israel. Initial promotional images have stirred anticipation for the series which centres on a poignant love story unfolding amid the terror of the Holocaust.
Why it’s important:
Grounded in the historical context of the Holocaust, ‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’ promises to deliver both an intense portrayal of survival and a moving tale of love against all odds. It showcases the breadth of human emotion and resilience during one of history’s darkest periods. Moreover, the series serves as both a reminder of the atrocities committed during World War II and a testament to the endurance of the human spirit.
Deal details:
In ‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz’, we follow the real-life story of Lali Sokolov, a Jewish prisoner, portrayed by Jonah Hauer-King, who, after being forced to become a tattooist for fellow concentration camp detainees, finds love with a fellow prisoner, Gita, played by Anna Próchniak. The narrative will weave through past to present as the older Lali, enacted by Keitel, recounts harrowing memories to writer Heather Morris, co-star Melanie Lynskey.
By the numbers:
Availability of the series is confirmed for May on the US platform Peacock and soon after in Israel with broadcasting by Yes.
Big picture:
Drawing international attention, the project is shaped by Israeli director and co-executive producer Tali Shalom-Ezer, known for her acclaimed work on ‘Princess.’ She spoke adamantly about the challenge to “make viewers believe in a love story that existed in this dark place and time.”
What’s next:
Fans of historical drama will soon be able to immerse themselves in a storytelling experience that promises both the portrait of an unprecedented emotional journey and revelation of a painful past that remains an indispensable part of Jewish history and global understanding of the Holocaust’s impact.
This story was first published on jpost.com.