The Diary of Anne Frank Season 1 Episode 2

Ep 2. October 1942

  • August 12, 2008
  • 29 min
  • 7.6  (23)

The Diary of Anne Frank follows the personal accounts of a young Jewish girl, Anne Frank, during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands in World War II. In season 1 episode 2, titled "October 1942", Anne and her family continue their life in hiding in the cramped attic of a building in Amsterdam.

The episode begins with Anne discussing the difficulties of being cooped up in the small space and the challenge of maintaining some semblance of a normal life. The tension begins to rise as we see that the group is running out of food and supplies, causing tempers to flare and creating a sense of urgency.

As the family tries to remain quiet and undetected, their situation intensifies when a thief breaks into the building. The family is forced to confront the harsh realities of their situation and the possibility of being betrayed to the Nazis.

Meanwhile, Anne continues to write in her diary, sharing her thoughts and feelings about her life in hiding. She expresses her frustration with the cramped quarters and the lack of privacy, as well as her desire for more independence and the ability to go outside.

As the episode progresses, the audience is given a glimpse into the various relationships within the attic space. We see Anne's interactions with her parents, her older sister, and Peter, the teenage son of the family's helper who is also in hiding with them.

Throughout "October 1942", the family's anxiety is heightened by the sound of sirens and gunshots outside, reminding them of the constant danger they are facing. The episode ends on a solemn note as Anne reflects on the uncertain future that lies ahead for her and her family.

Overall, "October 1942" paints a picture of the difficult and dangerous realities that Jews faced during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. The episode allows the audience to better understand the psychological toll of living in hiding, as well as the sense of desperation and anxiety that pervaded their daily lives.

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Description
  • First Aired
    August 12, 2008
  • Runtime
    29 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.6  (23)