Is Paris Burning? (1966)
Add to WatchlistNear 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.
france
paris, france
germany
resistance
world war ii
french resistance
Cast: Jean-Paul Belmondo, Charles Boyer, Leslie Caron, Jean-Pierre Cassel, George Chakiris
Language: FR
Studio: Paramount Pictures, Marianne Productions, Transcontinental Films, Seven Arts Productions, Rastar Productions
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