A Small Light

The series draws on the real‑life actions of a Dutch couple who, at great personal risk, sheltered Anne Frank, her family and other Jews facing persecution during the Second World War. It portrays their courageous efforts to protect those targeted by the Nazi regime.

The production is a pilot episode presented as a drama series. Classified as a programme, it introduces viewers to a narrative set against the backdrop of the Second World War. As an initial installment, it establishes the tone and setting for the series, positioning itself within the genre of dramatic storytelling. The central storyline follows a Dutch couple who, during the occupation, chose to shelter Anne Frank, her family, and other Jews facing persecution. Their actions placed them in direct danger, as they concealed these individuals from the authorities. The episode portrays the couple's decision to provide refuge, highlighting the personal risks they accepted in order to protect those targeted by the regime. The drama draws directly from historical accounts, grounding its narrative in real events that unfolded during the war. By focusing on the couple's efforts to hide the Frank family and additional victims, the episode underscores the broader context of resistance and humanitarian aid during that period. Its basis in fact aims to reflect the lived experiences of those who risked everything to save lives. As a pilot, the episode sets the foundation for subsequent installments, establishing characters and moral dilemmas that may be explored later. It aims to portray the human dimension of wartime choices without fictional embellishment.