Movie
“"Burn Paris!" was the order that had come shrieking over the phone.”
7.2/10
1966
2h 53m
fr
War
Drama
History
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 various resistance factions that the city will be liberated. Choltitz, along with Swedish diplomat Raoul Nordling, helps a resistance leader organize his forces.
Director
René Clément
Writers
Francis Ford Coppola, Gore Vidal
Movie Information
Release Date
October 26, 1966
Runtime
2h 53m
Status
Released
Original Language
fr
Vote Count
222
Production
Marianne Productions
Transcontinental Films
