In the 15th century, both France and England stake a blood claim for the French throne. Believing that God had chosen her, the young Joan (Lise Leplat Prudhomme) leads the army of the King ...
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Director:
Bruno Dumont
Stars:
Lise Leplat Prudhomme,
Jeanne Voisin,
Lucile Gauthier
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Director:
Oliver Laxe
Stars:
Amador Arias,
Benedicta Sánchez,
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Director:
Kelly Reichardt
Stars:
Lisa Donaldson,
Larry Fessenden,
Dick Russell
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Director:
Bertrand Bonello
Stars:
Louise Labeque,
Wislanda Louimat,
Katiana Milfort
In the 15th century, both France and England stake a blood claim for the French throne. Believing that God had chosen her, the young Joan (Lise Leplat Prudhomme) leads the army of the King of France. When she is captured, the Church sends her for trial on charges of heresy. Refusing to accept the accusations, the graceful Joan of Arc will stay true to her mission.Written by
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And so I did. Why? The first 30 minutes annoyed me heavily. Tedious, amateuristic acting and scenes. Everything went on too long. Not a moment I saw something interesting or glorious or intriguing. I kept on thinking: this is amateur stuff. Sorry. Could not be lured to continue watching.
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And so I did. Why? The first 30 minutes annoyed me heavily. Tedious, amateuristic acting and scenes. Everything went on too long. Not a moment I saw something interesting or glorious or intriguing. I kept on thinking: this is amateur stuff. Sorry. Could not be lured to continue watching.