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Is Paris Burning? (1966)

""Burn Paris!" was the order that had come shrieking over the phone."

7.219662h 53mFR
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Directed by René Clément

Rating

7.2/10

Runtime

2h 53m

Language

FR

Release

October 26, 1966

Director

René Clément

Official Trailer

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Overview

Near the end of World War II, Gen. Dietrich von Choltitz receives orders to burn down Paris if it becomes clear the Allies are going to invade, or if he cannot maintain control of the city. After much contemplation Choltitz decides to ignore his orders, enraging the Germans and giving hope to variou...

Cast

Jean-Paul Belmondo

Jean-Paul Belmondo

Yvon Morandat

Charles Boyer

Charles Boyer

Doctor Monod

Leslie Caron

Leslie Caron

Françoise Labé

Jean-Pierre Cassel

Jean-Pierre Cassel

Lt. Henri Karcher

George Chakiris

George Chakiris

GI in Tank

Bruno Cremer

Bruno Cremer

Colonel Rol Tanguy

Claude Dauphin

Claude Dauphin

Colonel Lebel

Alain Delon

Alain Delon

Jacques Chaban-Delmas

Kirk Douglas

Kirk Douglas

General Patton

Pierre Dux

Pierre Dux

Cerat - Alexandre Parodi

Glenn Ford

Glenn Ford

Lt. Gen. Omar N. Bradley

Gert Fröbe

Gert Fröbe

Von Choltitz

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Is Paris Burning? (1966), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Near the end of World War II, Gen. Dietrich von Choltitz receives orders to burn down Paris if it becomes clear the Allies are going to invade, or if he cannot maintain control of the city. After much contemplation Choltitz decides to ignore his orders, enraging the Germans and giving hope to various resistance factions that the city will be liberated. Choltitz, along with Swedish diplomat Raoul Nordling, helps a resistance leader organize his forces.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Is Paris Burning?. 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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