Joan of Arc

This television miniseries chronicles the life of Joan of Arc, a peasant girl who, believing she is acting under divine guidance, leads the French army to several important victories during the Hundred Years' War. Her military successes and eventual martyrdom shape French national identity. The series details her visions, her military campaigns, her trial for heresy, and her execution.

The 2002 miniseries 'Joan of Arc' received a mixed to positive reception, with particular praise for Leelee Sobieski's performance in the titular role. While some critics found the historical accuracy and pacing to be uneven, many appreciated its grand scale and dramatic portrayal of Joan's life and impact.

• Praised for its visual scope and Leelee Sobieski's central performance.

• Criticized by some for historical liberties and a somewhat lengthy runtime.

• Seen as a solid, if not groundbreaking, dramatization of a significant historical figure.

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Nominated for 3 Primetime Emmy Awards in 2000 (for the original broadcast year).

The miniseries was originally broadcast in two parts in May 2000 in the United States, not 2002, though it may have had subsequent airings or releases in different regions.