The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc Synopsis & Summary

Synopsis

In the 15th century, France is mired in the 100 Years War when a humble voice appears, claiming to have been instructed by the Lord to lead the French army into battle and defend their land against the British. The voice belongs to Jeanne d'Aragon, a teenage girl from a tiny village, and, to the surprise of many, her story does not fall on deaf ears. Wearing the armor of a soldier, the girl known as Joan of Arc leads the French troops in what she believes is a holy battle. Joan would soon be tried for heresy for her actions, but history would vindicate her with sainthood. The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc stars Milla Jovovich as Joan of Arc, Faye Dunaway as Yolande d'Aragon, and Dustin Hoffman as The Grand Inquisitor. Directed by Luc Besson, The Messenger was originally titled Joan of Arc but added the prefix to avoid confusion with the 1999 TV movie of the same name, which starred Leelee Sobieski. - Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

Movie Info

Starring:
Milla Jovovich, John Malkovich, Faye Dunaway, Dustin Hoffman, Pascal Greggory
Theatrical Release Date:
11/12/1999
DVD Release Date:
04/04/2000
MPAA Reasons:
for strong graphic battles, a rape and some language.
Run Time:
148 min.
Distributor(s):
Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co.:
Columbia Pictures, Gaumont
Director(s):
Luc Besson
Genre(s):
Drama, Epic and Historical
Themes:
Message From God, Great Battles, Heroic Mission
Tone:
Forceful, Lavish, Rousing, Visceral
Keywords:
Britain, France, battle [war], heretic, history, leader, saint
Country of Origin:
USA (11-12-1999)
Language:
English
Status:
DVD

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