7.2Special Section · 1975
Special Section (1975) is a Drama / History / Thriller film directed by Costa-Gavras, starring Louis Seigner, Michael Lonsdale, Claude Piéplu.
DramaHistoryThriller
7.2Overview
In Nazi-occupied France, a German officer is assassinated. The Germans demand justice, and the Vichy government is quick to capitulate. Unable to apprehend the actual culprits, Minister of Justice Joseph Barthélémy decides the execution of token Frenchmen will suffice, but the problem is finding judges and jurors eager to participate in a sham trial of innocent men. The solution is a Special Section, a court comprised of individuals handpicked for this exact purpose.
Cast
Louis Seigner, Michael Lonsdale, Claude Piéplu, Pierre Dux, Heinz Bennent, Michel Galabru, Roland Bertin, Hans Richter
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What is "Special Section" about?
In Nazi-occupied France, a German officer is assassinated. The Germans demand justice, and the Vichy government is quick to capitulate. Unable to apprehend the actual culprits, Minister of Justice Joseph Barthélémy decides the execution of token Frenchmen will suffice, but the problem is finding judges and jurors eager to participate in a sham trial of innocent men. The solution is a Special Section, a court comprised of individuals handpicked for this exact purpose.
When was "Special Section" released?
Special Section was released in 1975.
Who stars in "Special Section"?
The cast includes Louis Seigner, Michael Lonsdale, Claude Piéplu, Pierre Dux.
