Near 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.
| Original Title | Paris brûle-t-il? |
| Year | 1966 |
| Country | France, United States of America |
| Genre | War, Drama, History |
| Director | René Clément |
| Runtime | 173 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.2/10 (221 votes) |
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"Горит ли Париж?" (1966) tells its story without decoration: humanity here is weakness and strength at once.
If you want cinema that leaves a mark — not entertains, but reaches — this is it.
For viewers for whom it matters that something stays after the credits.
Director: René Clément
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