TMDb7.2 / 10

Is Paris Burning? (1966)

Name: Is Paris Burning?
Director: René Clément
Genre: War, Drama, History
Released: 1966-10-26
Duration: 173 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Jean-Paul Belmondo, Charles Boyer, Leslie Caron, Jean-Pierre Cassel, George Chakiris

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

173 min · France, United States of America · Dir. René Clément

War Drama History 1966 movies

Near the end of World War II, General Dietrich von Choltitz receives orders to burn down Paris if it becomes clear the Allies are going to invade, or if he's unable to maintain control of the city. After much contemplation, Choltitz ignores orders, enraging the Germans and giving hope to various resistance factions that the city will be liberated. Choltitz, alongside Swedish diplomat Raoul Nordling, helps a leader organise his forces.