The Pianist is a historical drama film directed by Roman Polanski. Based on the memoir of the same name by Władysław Szpilman, it tells the true story of a Polish-Jewish pianist who survives the Holocaust in Warsaw. The film portrays the horrors of war, the resilience of the human spirit, and the power of music. The Pianist won three Academy Awards, including Best Director for Polanski, and is hailed for its poignant storytelling and powerful performances.