The Cross of Lorraine

6.6
1943

Genre: War , Drama

About: The moving picture The Cross of Lorraine was first seen in the cinemas in 1943. Categorized as war and drama. will take you a total of minutes of watch time. 123Movies provied links and subtitles where you can watch it in HD for free.

Plot: With the onset of World War II, Frenchmen from all walks of life enlist in the army. The war is short-lived however as the Germans quickly defeat them and Marshall Petain signs a peace agreement with the invaders. The troops surrender but rather that being repatriated to their homes as expected, they all find themselves in a POW camp. Conditions are difficult with little food and poor medical treatment. The men resist as best they can and for some, like Paul, they are prepared to spend time in solitary confinement and be subjected to beatings if need be. For others, such as Duval, collaboration with their German jailers is the route to an easier life. The men find solace in the company of Father Sebastian, a priest who was also in the army. He counsels them wisely and in the case of Paul, gives him strength to face the daily challenge of simply living. When Paul gets an opportunity however, he helps his fellow prisoners escape. When they liberate a village, they all realize that there is only one option left for them and the villagers. Read More