Army of Shadows 1969
“Betrayal. Loyalty. Collaboration. Resistance.”
What is Army of Shadows?
Army of Shadows is a film first released in 1969. Catalogued under War, Drama, Thriller, History.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1969
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 145 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 10, 1969
- Studios
- Fono Roma, Les Films Corona
- Genres
- War, Drama, Thriller, History
- Updated
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Overview
Army of Shadows is a film first released in 1969. Catalogued under War, Drama, Thriller, History. Produced and broadcast by Fono Roma, Les Films Corona. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A betrayed resistance fighter escapes a Nazi camp to continue his covert war.”
- Atmospheric tension and paranoia
- Strong performances by Lino Ventura and Paul Meurisse
- Historical WWII resistance narrative
- Runtime of 2h 25m may feel lengthy
Watch it if you appreciate methodical WWII resistance dramas with intense atmosphere.
The film depicts wartime imprisonment, torture and resistance, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Who directed Army of Shadows?
It was written and directed by Jean‑Pierre Melville.
What year was the film released?
It premiered in 1969, with a US release on June 19, 1970.
What languages are spoken in the film?
The Franco‑Italian production is primarily in French.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as war, drama, thriller, and history.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes.