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Dramatic re-telling of Joan of Arc's trial, adapted from historical records. Read more

Starring Florence Carrez, Jean-Claude Forneau, Marc Jacquier
Director Robert Bresson
Genres Drama, World Cinema

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The Trial Of Joan Of Arc

Dramatic re-telling of Joan of Arc's trial, adapted from historical records.

Starring Florence Carrez, Jean-Claude Forneau, Marc Jacquier
Director Robert Bresson
Studio ARTIFICIAL EYE
Run time DVD: 1 hr 1 min
Certificate DVD Certificate PG.gif
Genres Drama, World Cinema
Language French
Subtitles English
Released DVD: 23 May 2005
Production year: 1962
Format DVD
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  • Based on the minutes of Joan of Arc's trial, this can be seen as Bresson's essay in sado-masochistic voyeurism. Joan... read more on Time Out

    • Time Out
  • Revealing and sedate...done with a minimum of effect but with heightened feeling

    • Variety
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  • 10 out of 11 people found this review helpful

    Rated - 4 stars

    Simply Striking

    Robert Bresson?s minimalist approach to film-making is effectively employed in this re-telling of the last part of the Joan of Arc story, from the inquisition to her death. Taken directly from the transcripts of the trial with nothing added, no stirring music or sentimentality, the film allows us to be moved simply by the power of these factual accounts. Bresson?s stripped-bare style echoes the simplistic, lucid yet passionate responses given by Joan to her interrogators. We are presented with an intelligent character, strong and resolute who, except for a slight wobble, remains firm in her convictions; yet we are also reminded of her youth and vulnerability, her purity and her loneliness. Before her death an English soldier presents her with a crudely made cross; the way she holds this simple symbol of courage and faith is devastating.

    For the background to the story of Joan of Arc see the interview with historian Georges Duby which is included in the supplements section. Also included as extras are interviews with Bresson and Florence Delay (Joan) along with other bits and pieces including Malraux?s speech at the anniversary of the liberation of Orl?ans.

      • K from Staffordshire
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  • 1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

    Rated - 4 stars [Highly rated reviewer]

    Sometimes less is more

    In a time when films seem to get longer and longer it is a joy to return to the simple and sublime cinematic art of Robert Bresson. This is a good introduction to his work. Like Dreyer, who he in some respects resembles, meticulous casting and well chosen shots and montage produce a riviting view of human behaviour. For once, the extras with this film provide insight into Bresson's method and the way to achieve luminous cinema acting from the well cast non-professional. Well worth renting for all interested in world cinema.

      • Zamy from London
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