Is Paris Burning?

Is Paris Burning?

7.2 1966 | 173 min

War Drama History

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.

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

Released

October 26, 1966

Popularity

2.0

PRODUCTION COMPANIES
Paramount Pictures
Paramount Pictures
Marianne Productions
Marianne Productions
Transcontinental Films
Transcontinental Films
Seven Arts Productions
Seven Arts Productions
Rastar Productions
Rastar Productions
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Production Countries:

France United States of America

Spoken Languages:

German French English
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