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La passion de Jeanne d’Arc

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: 🟑 65/100
Total warning time: 7m
Sex/Nudity: 🟒 0/100 (0s)
Drug Use: 🟒 0/100 (0s)
Violence: πŸ”΄ 80/100 (7m)
  • πŸ”΄ 70/100 [00:45:00 - 00:47:00] Jeanne d'Arc is subjected to physical torture and psychological torment.
  • πŸ”΄ 90/100 [01:05:00 - 01:10:00] Graphic depiction of Jeanne d'Arc being burned at the stake.
Strong Language: 🟒 10/100 (0s)
  • 🟒 10/100 [00:30:00] Mild derogatory language used by the judges.
La passion de Jeanne d’Arc

Details for La passion de Jeanne d’Arc (1928)

Year: 1928
Certificate: Passed
La passion de Jeanne d’Arc Runtime: 110 min
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
IMDB: 8.1
Meta Score: [Meta_score not found]
Votes: 47676
Gross: 21,877
Director: Carl Theodor Dreyer
Cast Stars: Maria Falconetti, Eugene Silvain, AndrΓ© Berley, Maurice Schutz

Overview of La passion de Jeanne d’Arc:

In 1431, Jeanne d'Arc is placed on trial on charges of heresy. The ecclesiastical jurists attempt to force Jeanne to recant her claims of holy visions.

Who directed 'La passion de Jeanne d'Arc' (1928)?

The movie was directed by Carl Theodor Dreyer.

Who plays the role of Joan of Arc in 'La passion de Jeanne d'Arc'?

Maria Falconetti portrays Joan of Arc in the film.

What is the historical context of 'La passion de Jeanne d'Arc'?

The film depicts the trial and execution of Joan of Arc, a French heroine who was tried for heresy and burned at the stake in 1431.

Is 'La passion de Jeanne d'Arc' a silent film?

Yes, it is a silent film with intertitles, released in 1928.

What is notable about the cinematography in 'La passion de Jeanne d'Arc'?

The film is renowned for its intense close-up shots and stark, minimalist set design, which heighten the emotional and psychological drama.