Joan of Arc at the Stake
Joan of Arc is being burned alive for heresy. In a kind of dream state, she departs from her body and begins to look back upon her life. She begins this journey in a depressed and demoralized state. However, a priest appears to help guide her. First, he shows her those that accused her in the guise of animal characters, in order to show her their true nature. Then, he shows her the good that she has performed for people. In the end, she is proud of what she has done and is ready to face the flames.
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Joan of Arc at the Stake
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Dec 20, 1954
Runtime
1h 20m
Genres
Drama, History
User Score
54%
Original Title
Giovanna d'Arco al rogo
Production Companies
Franco London Films, Produzioni Cinematografiche Associate
Director
Roberto Rossellini
Description
Joan of Arc is being burned alive for heresy. In a kind of dream state, she departs from her body and begins to look back upon her life. She begins this journey in a depressed and demoralized state. However, a priest appears to help guide her. First, he shows her those that accused her in the guise of animal characters, in order to show her their true nature. Then, he shows her the good that she has performed for people. In the end, she is proud of what she has done and is ready to face the flames.
