From Joan of Arc to Philippe Pétain

9.0 (1 votes)• 1944• 58m•Released

Storyline & Plot Summary

Sitting at his desk, Guitry gives us a lecture on French history from Joan of Arc to the Occupation, with some focus on a number of its great writers and musicians.

Production Details

Languages: French

Director: Sacha Guitry

Starring Cast: Sacha Guitry, Michèle Alfa, Aimé Clariond, Jean Cocteau, René Fauchois, Jacqueline Francell

Cast

Sacha Guitry

Narrator (voice)

Michèle Alfa

(voice)

Aimé Clariond

(voice)

Jean Cocteau

Reciter (voice)

René Fauchois

(voice)

Jacqueline Francell

(voice)

Jean Hervé

(voice)

Hélène Perdrière

(voice)

Suzy Prim

(voice)

Madeleine Renaud

Reciter (voice)

Denise Scharley

(voice)

Jacques Varennes

(voice)

Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown

Read and share community scores for From Joan of Arc to Philippe Pétain

2 Reviews

CinematicExpert

2 days ago

9.5 / 10

Story: 10•Cast: 9.5•OST: 9•Rewatch: 9

An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.

DramaEnthusiast

1 week ago

8.8 / 10

Story: 9•Cast: 9•OST: 8.5•Rewatch: 8.5

Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.