Diplomacy
Originally released in 2014. Diplomacy is a drama/history film. directed by Volker Schlöndorff. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring André Dussollier, Niels Arestrup, and Burghart Klaußner
Synopsis
On the night of August 24, 1944, the fate of Paris rests with General von Choltitz, who plans to destroy the city on Hitler's orders. As the general prepares to detonate explosives throughout the capital, Swedish consul Raoul Nordling uses diplomacy in a desperate bid to convince him to defy the orders and save Paris.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 5, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (229 votes)
Box Office
$3.9M
Worldwide gross
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
André Dussollier
as Raoul Nordling
Niels Arestrup
as General Dietrich von Choltitz
Burghart Klaußner
as Captain Werner Ebernach
Robert Stadlober
as Lieutenant Bressensdorf
Charlie Nelson
as The caretaker
Jean-Marc Roulot
as Jacques Lanvin
Stefan Wilkening
as Caporal Mayer
Thomas Arnold
as Lieutenant Hegger
Lucas Prisor
as SS soldier
Attila Borlan
as SS officer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
- Revenue
- $3,946,880
Production Companies
- ARTE
- Film Oblige
- Gaumont
- Blueprint Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Diplomacy about?
On the night of August 24, 1944, the fate of Paris rests with General von Choltitz, who plans to destroy the city on Hitler's orders. As the general prepares to detonate explosives throughout the c...
Who directed Diplomacy?
Diplomacy was directed by Volker Schlöndorff.
How long is Diplomacy?
Diplomacy has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Diplomacy released?
Diplomacy was released on March 5, 2014 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Diplomacy?
The main cast of Diplomacy includes André Dussollier, Niels Arestrup, Burghart Klaußner, Robert Stadlober, Charlie Nelson.
Is Diplomacy worth watching?
Diplomacy has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 229 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.