Homeland
Patrie
Synopsis
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.
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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
Marie Leduc
Donna Rafaela
Fernand René
Un échevin
Louis Florencie
Un échevin
Marcel Lupovici
Del Rio
Pierre de Rigoult
Maurice Schutz
Louis Seigner
Le père Vargas
Mireille Perrey
Catherine Jonas
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Louis Daquin
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Spaak, Louis Daquin
- Original Title
- Patrie
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Filmsonor
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Louis Daquin
Charles Spaak, Louis Daquin, Pierre Bost, Victorien Sardou
Department Leadership Roster
Louis Daquin
Director
Charles Spaak
Screenplay
Louis Daquin
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Homeland
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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?
The principal cast of Homeland includes Pierre Blanchar, Maria Mauban, Pierre Asso, Julien Bertheau, Guy Decomble.
When was Homeland released and how long is it?
Homeland was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Is Homeland based on a book or true story?
Homeland is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Victorien Sardou".