Joan of Arc at the Stake (1954)
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.
Director: Roberto Rossellini
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: December 20, 1954
Cast
- Ingrid Bergman - Joan of Arc
- Tullio Carminati - Fra Domenico
- Giacinto Prandelli - Procus
- Augusto Romani - gigante Heuterbise
- Agnese Dubbini - Madama Botti
- Anna Tarallo
- Silvio Santanelli
- Mario Prandelli
- Marcella Pobbe
- Luigi Paolillo
Screenplay
- Paul Claudel (Story)
- Roberto Rossellini
Music: Arthur Honegger
Cinematography: Gábor Pogány
Editing: Jolanda Benvenuti
Production: Franco London Films, Produzioni Cinematografiche Associate
Country: Italy
Language: Italiano
Original Language: it
Themes
Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics
Keywords
musical, biography, joan of arc
More Films by Director: Roberto Rossellini
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Joan of Arc at the Stake about?
- 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.
- Who directed Joan of Arc at the Stake?
- Joan of Arc at the Stake was directed by Roberto Rossellini.
- Who stars in Joan of Arc at the Stake?
- Joan of Arc at the Stake stars Ingrid Bergman, Tullio Carminati, Giacinto Prandelli, Augusto Romani, Agnese Dubbini, Anna Tarallo.
- How long is Joan of Arc at the Stake?
- Joan of Arc at the Stake has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is Joan of Arc at the Stake?
- Joan of Arc at the Stake is a Drama, History film.
- Where was Joan of Arc at the Stake produced?
- Joan of Arc at the Stake was produced in Italy.
- What are the themes of Joan of Arc at the Stake?
- The themes of Joan of Arc at the Stake include: Historical Figures and Biographies, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics.