Is Paris Burning?

Original title: Paris brûle-t-il?

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

• 1966
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• 2h 53m
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• PG

• War
• Drama
• History

★ 7.2 TMDB Rating · 231 votes

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.

Director

René Clément

Release date

Oct 26, 1966

Original language

French

Origin

France