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Joan of Arc (1948)

"Greatest of all spectacles!"

6.119482h 25mEN
DramaHistory

Directed by Victor Fleming

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

2h 25m

Language

EN

Release

December 22, 1948

Director

Victor Fleming

Overview

In the 15th Century, France is a defeated and ruined nation after the One Hundred Years War against England. The fourteen-year-old farm girl Joan of Arc claims to hear voices from Heaven asking her to lead God's Army against Orleans and crowning the weak Dauphin Charles VII as King of France. Joan g...

Cast

Ingrid Bergman

Ingrid Bergman

Joan of Arc

Francis L. Sullivan

Francis L. Sullivan

Pierre Cauchon, Count-Bishop of Beauvais

J. Carrol Naish

J. Carrol Naish

John, Count of Luxembourg, Joan's Captor

Ward Bond

Ward Bond

La Hire

Shepperd Strudwick

Shepperd Strudwick

Father Massieu, Joan's Bailiff

Gene Lockhart

Gene Lockhart

Georges de la Trémouille, the King's Chief Counsellor

John Emery

John Emery

Jean, Duke d'Alencon, cousin of Charles

Leif Erickson

Leif Erickson

Dunois, Bastard of Orleans

Cecil Kellaway

Cecil Kellaway

Jean le Maistre, Inquisitor of Rouen

José Ferrer

José Ferrer

The Dauphin, Charles VII, later King of France

Selena Royle

Selena Royle

Isabelle d'Arc, Joan's Mother

Robert Barrat

Robert Barrat

Jacques d'Arc, Joan's Father

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Joan of Arc (1948), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the 15th Century, France is a defeated and ruined nation after the One Hundred Years War against England. The fourteen-year-old farm girl Joan of Arc claims to hear voices from Heaven asking her to lead God's Army against Orleans and crowning the weak Dauphin Charles VII as King of France. Joan gathers the people with her faith, forms an army, and conquers Orleans.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Joan of Arc. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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