Steven Spielberg’s heart-wrenching film “Schindler’s List,” based on the inspiring true story of Oskar Schindler, is a powerful testament to the indomitable human spirit in the face of unimaginable horror. The film serves as a haunting reminder of the gross violations of human rights that occurred during the darkest chapter of World War II and underscores the vital importance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) in preventing such atrocities from ever happening again.

Interestingly, the film’s iconic scene of Schindler breaking down in tears as he laments not being able to save more lives was not part of the original script. Spielberg added the scene after being moved by Schindler’s story and the realization that, even in the darkest of times, one person’s actions can make a profound difference. This powerful moment encapsulates the film’s central message: that even in the face of unspeakable evil, the human spirit can triumph, and that each of us has the power to make a difference in the lives of others.