Film

Is Paris Burning?

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

7.2

2h 53m

1966

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

Synopsis

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

Trailer

WarDramaHistory

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