Peace in the Fields
Paix sur les champs
Synopsis
This is a film which was made in Belgium in the early '60s and was never released. However, it somehow got included in the American Oscar category for "Best Foreign Film," and was finally released in its home country in 1971. It explores the issues of prejudice and superstition in the Belgian countryside through the troubles of a middle-aged farmer whose mother has been accused of being a witch. In French, this picture is based on a true story which took place in the late 1920s and early '30s.
Top Cast
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Christian Barbier
Stanne Vanasche
Georges Poujouly
Louis
Claire Wauthion
Lodia
Héléna Manson
Johanna
Arlette Schreiber
Rosa
Nicole Valberg
Julia
Lucien Raimbourg
Jardinier
Georges Vandéric
Aloysius
Marthe Dugard
Soeur Thérésia
Josi Jolet
Jules
Irène Vernal
Fine
Charles Gilbert
Curé
Marc Audier
Kobus
Marie-Henriette Claes
La soeur
Anne-Marie Ferrières
Anna
Simone Jurieu
Amélie
Jean Musin
Debie
Marie-Eve Schuermans
Lisette
Release History & Theatrical Window
Source: MUBI (Valladolid)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Boigelot
- Screenplay & Story
- René Wheeler
- Original Score
- Paul Uy
- Original Title
- Paix sur les champs
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- E.G.C.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Boigelot
René Wheeler, Marie Gevers, Jacques Boigelot
Paul Uy
Philippe Collette
Monique Dodemont, Denise Vindevogel
Philippe Collette, Jacques de Pauw
Department Leadership Roster
Jacques Boigelot
Director
Monique Dodemont
Editor
Philippe Collette
Producer
Jacques de Pauw
Producer
René Wheeler
Screenplay
Denise Vindevogel
Editor
Paul Uy
Original Music Composer
Philippe Collette
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Oscar Best Foreign/International Picture Nominees
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Oscars 1971
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Academy Award winners and nominees for Best International Film
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Frequently Asked Questions About Peace in the Fields
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Peace in the Fields about?
This is a film which was made in Belgium in the early '60s and was never released. However, it somehow got included in the American Oscar category for "Best Foreign Film," and was finally released in its home country in 1971. It explores the issues of prejudice and superstition in the Belgian countryside through the troubles of a middle-aged farmer whose mother has been accused of being a witch. In French, this picture is based on a true story which took place in the late 1920s and early '30s.
Who directed Peace in the Fields?
Peace in the Fields was directed by Jacques Boigelot.
Who stars in Peace in the Fields?
The principal cast of Peace in the Fields includes Christian Barbier, Georges Poujouly, Claire Wauthion, Héléna Manson, Arlette Schreiber.
When was Peace in the Fields released and how long is it?
Peace in the Fields was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Peace in the Fields?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Peace in the Fields was composed by Paul Uy.
Is Peace in the Fields based on a book or true story?
Peace in the Fields is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Marie Gevers".