The Zone of Interest

The Zone of Interest is a 2023 historical drama film written and directed by Jonathan Glazer, loosely based on the 2014 novel of the same name by Martin Amis. A co-production between the United States, the United Kingdom, and Poland, the film centers on Auschwitz commandant Rudolf Höss and his wife as they strive to build a dream life next to the concentration camp. It stars Christian Friedel and Sandra Hüller in the lead roles. The Zone of Interest premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival in 19 May 2023 to critical acclaim, winning the Grand Prix and the FIPRESCI Prize. It is set to be released in the United States on 15 December 2023, and in the United Kingdom on 2 February 2024, by A24, and in Poland on 9 February 2024 by Gutek Film. It was selected as the British entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 96th Academy Awards. Premise The commandant of the Auschwitz concentration camp, Rudolf Höss, and his wife Hedwig strive to build a dream life for their family in a house and garden next to the camp. Cast Christian Friedel as Rudolf Höss Sandra Hüller as Hedwig Höss Johann Karthaus as Claus Höss Luis Noah Witte as Hans Höss Nele Ahrensmeier as Inge-Brigitt Höss Lilli Falk as Heideraud Höss Medusa Knopf as Elfryda