The Trial Of Joan Of Arc DVD

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Certificate:	PG

Cast List:	Florence Carrez, Jean-Claude Forneau, Marc Jacquier

Director:	Robert Bresson

Special Features:	- Interview with Robert Bresson., - Robert Bresson & Jean Guitton interview., - Florence Carrez interview., - George Duby and Laure Adler interview., - Speech by Andre Malraux., - Trailer.

Region:	Region 2

Aspect Ratio:	Widescreen

Number of Discs:	1

Main Language:	French

Subtitle Languages:	English

Description

French cinema master Robert Bresson brings his trademark cinematic minimalism to this powerful re-telling of the story of Joan of Arc. Adapted from historical records of the trial and featuring a remarkable cast of non-professional actors, led by Florence Carrez in the title role, the film relays Joan's relentless interrogation and persecution by her captors in a direct, almost documentary-like manner. Bresson transforms Joan's oppression and human suffering into an unforgettable testament to her purity and spiritual liberation. The final images of the charred remains of the stake are among the most horrifying and moving in all cinema.