Lucie Aubrac (1997)

Synopsis: Based on the inspiring autobiography of French freedom fighter Lucie Aubrac, Berri's film chronicles the way that Aubrec and her husband involved themselves in World War II, taking primary roles in... Based on the inspiring autobiography of French freedom fighter Lucie Aubrac, Berri's film chronicles the way that Aubrec and her husband involved themselves in World War II, taking primary roles in the French resistance. Set in Lyons, France in 1943, this suspenseful political drama depicts the loving couple as they faught for survival during the dark days of the third Reich's invasion of their homeland. Gerard Depardieu stars as Raymond Samuel, a courageous leader of the French resistance with fierce devotion to both to his wife Lucie (Carole Bouquet) and his young child. While working to undermine the Gestapo, he is betrayed by a fellow freedom fighter and imprisoned. Tortured and beaten in a Nazi prison, Samuel is sentenced to death for war crimes. It is up to the beautiful and cunning Lucie to find a way to save her husband's life before it is too late. She is determined to keep a promise of passion made when the young lovers first met. This beguiling love story depicts the astonishing bravery and determination of Lucie to save her husband at any costs while continuing to fight for personal and political freedom in France. A thoughtful and passionate period piece that brings a heart-stopping true story of great courage to the screen. [More]

Starring: Carole Bouquet, Daniel Auteuil, Jacques Bonnaffe, Eric Boucher

Starring: Carole Bouquet, Daniel Auteuil, Jacques Bonnaffe, Eric Boucher, Gotz Burger, Patrice Chereau

Director: Claude Berri

Director: Claude Berri
Screenwriter: Claude Berri
Composer: Philippe Sarde

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