The Diary Of Anne Frank (1967)

In 1942 Netherlands which is occupied by the Nazis, a business owner by the name of Otto Frank (Max Von Sydow) and his family consisting of his wife (Lilli Palmer) and two daughters, Margot (Marisa Pavan) and Anna (Diana Davila) go into hiding in an attic where they will remain for two years. They are joined in their hiding place by his friend (Theodore Bikel), his wife (Viveca Lindfors) and their son (Peter Beiger) and eventually, a dentist (Donald Pleasence). During this period, his daughter Anna will keep a diary describing the experience. Based on the play by Albert Hackett and Frances Goodrich by way of ANNE FRANK: THE DIARY OF A YOUNG GIRL, the actual diary kept by Anna Frank and directed by Alex Segal (ALL THE WAY HOME). Anne Frank's diary and the subsequent play based on it are among the most heart rending pieces of literature and theater. While not as effective as George Stevens' excellent 1959 film version, this production retains its power and heartbreak. With Suzanne Grossman and Dave Anor.