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Is Paris Burning?

Paris brûle-t-il?

1966 · 2h 53m · Released

PG War, Drama, History

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.

7.2 The Movie Database

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Is Paris Burning? (1966) Original Trailer [HD]
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Top cast and crew

René Clément Director
Jean-Paul Belmondo Yvon Morandat
Charles Boyer Doctor Monod
Leslie Caron Françoise Labé
Jean-Pierre Cassel Lt. Henri Karcher
George Chakiris GI in Tank
Bruno Cremer Colonel Rol Tanguy
Claude Dauphin Colonel Lebel
Alain Delon Jacques Chaban-Delmas
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Where can I watch Is Paris Burning? in the United States?

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What are the ratings for Is Paris Burning??

Is Paris Burning? scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Is Paris Burning??

Is Paris Burning? stars Jean-Paul Belmondo, Charles Boyer, Leslie Caron, Jean-Pierre Cassel, and George Chakiris. René Clément is the director.

How long is Is Paris Burning??

Is Paris Burning? runs 2h 53m (173 minutes).

When did Is Paris Burning? come out?

Is Paris Burning? was released on October 26, 1966.

Which studio made Is Paris Burning??

Is Paris Burning? was produced by Paramount Pictures, Marianne Productions, and Transcontinental Films in France and the United States.

What languages is Is Paris Burning? in?

Is Paris Burning? is in English, French, and German, and its original language is French.

What language is Is Paris Burning? in?

Is Paris Burning? is in French, and its original title is Paris brûle-t-il?.

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