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1966 · 2h 53m · War · Drama · History
TMDB 7.2/10 (228 votes)
Near the end of World War II, General Dietrich von Choltitz receives orders to burn down Paris if it becomes clear the Allies are going to invade, or if he's unable to maintain control of the city. After much contemplation, Choltitz ignores orders, enraging the Germans and giving hope to various resistance factions that the city will be liberated. Choltitz, alongside Swedish diplomat Raoul Nordling, helps a leader organise his forces.
Directed by René Clément
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Cast & crew
René ClémentDirector
Jean-Paul Belmondoas Yvon Morandat
Charles Boyeras Doctor Monod
Leslie Caronas Françoise Labé
Jean-Pierre Casselas Lt. Henri Karcher
George Chakirisas GI in Tank
Bruno Cremeras Colonel Rol Tanguy
Claude Dauphinas Colonel Lebel
Alain Delonas Jacques Chaban-Delmas
Kirk Douglasas General Patton
Pierre Duxas Cerat - Alexandre Parodi
Glenn Fordas Lt. Gen. Omar N. Bradley
Gert Fröbeas Von Choltitz
Daniel Gélinas Yves Bayet
Georges Géretas Baker