The Heart of a Nation
Storyline & Plot Summary
The story of how the people of Paris cope with the strains and struggles of war, from the siege of the city by the Prussians during the Franco-Prussian War of 1871 to the invasion by the Germans in World War II.
Production Details
Cast
Raimu
Uncle Jules Froment
MichĂšle Morgan
Marie Froment-LĂ©onard
Louis Jouvet
Pierre Froment / FĂ©lix Froment
Suzy Prim
Estelle Froment adult
Renée Devillers
Gabrielle Froment
Georges Biscot
Noblet
Colette Darfeuil
Regular barmaid of the Moulin Rouge
Harry Krimer
Robert LĂ©onard
René Génin
Gabrielle's father
Fernand Ledoux
Mayor
Daniel Mendaille
Clémenceau
Jean Mercanton
Alain Froment
Lucien Nat
Bernard Froment adult
René Bergeron
Sénéchal
Colette Borelli
Estelle child
Jean Claudio
FĂ©lix child
Maurice RĂ©my
Student
Olga Lord
Marcel Maupi
Romain Bouquet
Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown
Read and share community scores for The Heart of a Nation
An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.
Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.