A Salute to France
Synopsis
Commissioned to prepare Allied troops for the liberation of Europe, the film uses a blend of staged narratives and historical footage to promote solidarity and dispel the myth that France was a nation of willing collaborators.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Garson Kanin, Jean Renoir
- Screenplay & Story
- Burgess Meredith, Jean Renoir, Philip Dunne
- Original Score
- Kurt Weill
- Original Title
- A Salute to France
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 34m
- Production Studios
- United States War Department
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Garson Kanin, Jean Renoir
Burgess Meredith, Jean Renoir, Philip Dunne
Kurt Weill
Helen van Dongen
Department Leadership Roster
Garson Kanin
Director
Jean Renoir
Director
Burgess Meredith
Screenplay
Jean Renoir
Screenplay
Philip Dunne
Screenplay
Helen van Dongen
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Salute to France
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Salute to France about?
Commissioned to prepare Allied troops for the liberation of Europe, the film uses a blend of staged narratives and historical footage to promote solidarity and dispel the myth that France was a nation of willing collaborators.
Who directed A Salute to France?
A Salute to France was directed by Garson Kanin, Jean Renoir.
Who stars in A Salute to France?
The principal cast of A Salute to France includes Claude Dauphin, Burgess Meredith, Philip Bourneuf, Charles de Gaulle, Woodrow Wilson.
When was A Salute to France released and how long is it?
A Salute to France was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 34m.
Who composed the musical score for A Salute to France?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Salute to France was composed by Kurt Weill.