The Cross of Lorraine

The Cross of Lorraine

🎞️ Movie 90 min US
โ˜… 6.6 /10 1943

MGM's drama of the fighting French!

With the onset of World War II, Frenchmen from all walks of life enlist in the army. The war is short-lived however as the Nazis quickly defeat them and Marshall Petain signs a peace agreement with the invaders. The troops surrender but rather that being repatriated to their homes as expected, they all find themselves in a military prison. Conditions are difficult with little food and poor medical conditions. The men resist as best they can and for some, like Paul, they are prepared to spend time in solitary confinement and be subjected to beatings if need be. For others, such as Duval, collaboration with their Nazi jailers is the route to an easier life. The men find solace in the company of Father Sebastian, a priest who was also in the army. He counsels them wisely and in the case of Paul, gives him strength to face the daily challenge of simply living. When Paul gets an opportunity however, he helps his fellow prisoners escape. When they liberate a village, they all realize that there is only one option left for them and the villagers.

Cast

Jean-Pierre Aumont
Jean-Pierre Aumont
Paul Duprez
Gene Kelly
Gene Kelly
Victor
Cedric Hardwicke
Cedric Hardwicke
Father Sebastian
Richard Whorf
Richard Whorf
François
Joseph Calleia
Joseph Calleia
Rodriguez
Peter Lorre
Peter Lorre
Sergeant Berger
Hume Cronyn
Hume Cronyn
Duval
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William Roy
Louis
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Tonio Selwart
Major Bruhl
Jack Lambert
Jack Lambert
Jacques
Bronislau Kaper
Bronislau Kaper
Composer
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Sidney Wagner
Cinematographer

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Cross of Lorraine (Original Theatrical Trailer)