Homeland (1946)
Brussels in the year 1568, as the Flemish people are fighting against the tyranny of the Spanish occupiers. Led by Count de Rysoor, the revolt against the ruthless Duke of Alba, is meant to help Prince William of Orange to get into the city and come to power. Now, the count's lieutenant, has an affair with Elisabeth, Rysoor's wife. For the time being, the count, who thinks of his homeland first, turns a blind eye. But such a relationship might well undermine the whole rebellion movement.
Director: Louis Daquin
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: October 22, 1946
Cast
- Pierre Blanchar - Le comte de Rysoor
- Maria Mauban - Elisabeth
- Pierre Asso - Le moine Pablo
- Julien Bertheau - Guillaume d'Orange
- Guy Decomble - un échevin
- Jean Desailly - Karloo
- Jacqueline Duc - La mariée
- Pierre Dux - Jonas
- Lucien Nat - Le duc d'Albe
- Nathalie Nattier - La camériste
Screenplay
- Charles Spaak (Screenplay)
- Louis Daquin (Screenplay)
- Victorien Sardou (Novel)
- Pierre Bost (Dialogue)
Production: Filmsonor
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Homeland about?
- Brussels in the year 1568, as the Flemish people are fighting against the tyranny of the Spanish occupiers. Led by Count de Rysoor, the revolt against the ruthless Duke of Alba, is meant to help Prince William of Orange to get into the city and come to power. Now, the count's lieutenant, has an affair with Elisabeth, Rysoor's wife. For the time being, the count, who thinks of his homeland first, turns a blind eye. But such a relationship might well undermine the whole rebellion movement.
- Who directed Homeland?
- Homeland was directed by Louis Daquin.
- Who stars in Homeland?
- Homeland stars Pierre Blanchar, Maria Mauban, Pierre Asso, Julien Bertheau, Guy Decomble, Jean Desailly.
- How long is Homeland?
- Homeland has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is Homeland?
- Homeland is a Drama film.
- Where was Homeland produced?
- Homeland was produced in France.