The Hiding Place is a 1975 film adaptation of the book of the same name by Corrie ten Boom. The movie is set in Haarlem, Netherlands, during World War II and tells the true story of the ten Boom family, who become involved in the Dutch Resistance and begin to offer a safe haven for Jews to hide from the Nazis.
The film follows the family's activities, including the creation of a secret room in their home where Jews can stay safely hidden, and the risks they take to protect those in their care. The story is told from the perspective of Corrie ten Boom, who is played by actress Jeannette Clift George.
The film explores the themes of courage, faith, and sacrifice, as the ten Boom family must navigate the dangers and uncertainties of wartime Europe. Along the way, they face betrayal and loss, but also find strength and hope in their faith and in the bonds they form with those they seek to protect.
The Hiding Place was both a critical and commercial success, and is considered a classic of Holocaust cinema. It has been praised for its realistic portrayal of life in occupied Europe during World War II, as well as for the powerful performances of its cast.
