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Preview Plot: A strong cast, impressive production values, and astute direction distinguish this generally successful dramatization of the tumultuous life of the 15th-century French heroine whose military victories...( read more read more... )

The 140-minute feature follows Joan D'Arc's odyssey from peasant obscurity to notoriety as the "Maid of Orleans," spiritual fulcrum for the beleaguered French forces struggling to halt English invaders. As played by Leelee Sobieski (Eyes Wide Shut), her evolution from naive farm girl to seasoned soldier is convincing, as is her gradual awakening to the underlying agendas of church and state. Most critically, Sobieski radiates the young girl's fervent spiritual devotion.

Framing Sobieski's focal performance are two equally fine turns from Neil Patrick Harris, who erases his legacy as TV's Doogie Howser, M.D. with a neatly shaded, steely Charles, and Peter O'Toole, who balances his signature reserve and present physical frailty to make Cauchon a moral compass for the story. Having opposed Joan as a threat to orthodoxy, the Bishop recognizes her purity too late; O'Toole turns this moment into a dreadful epiphany that resonates through the story's inevitable, fiery denouement. Fine supporting performances from Peter Strauss, Shirley MacLaine, and Maximillian Schell, plus evocative medieval locations in the Czech Republic, further buttress the story. French-Canadian director Christian Duguay handles the large-scale battle sequences with fluid blocking and smart camera work. --Sam Sutherland

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  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    May 14, 2008
    After seeing this movie in school, it lets me know how much Joan of Arc (Jeanne D'Arc) went through in order to fulfill her mission. She's still admirable even if you don't believe in the visions.
  • 3.5 Stars
    MCT:
    April 27, 2008
    everyone was great in this film, and from a heathen's POV, the religious side did not matter at all - this is quality acting
  • 2.5 Stars
    MCT:
    April 3, 2008
    good movie, can't stand leelee sobieski, she creates an anger inside my stomach that makes me want to strike at her with great force, and i'm not a big fan of that
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    March 4, 2008
    I lofe this movie and I think Leelee Sobieski does an awesome job. I cry everytime... So beautiful in such a different way. I'm not into the whole religious movie thing, but this I love.
  • 4.0 Stars
    MCT:
    February 24, 2008
    Beautifully filmed...though not historically accurate. Lee Lee Sobieski is a pleasure to watch...and so is Jaqueline Bisset!

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  • Rated: (Unrated)
  • Directed by: Christian Duguay
  • Genres: Television, Drama
  • Released: May 16, 1999
  • DVD Released: February 20, 2001

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