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Les Milles
In the beginning of the Second World War, Germans, Austrians and persons without nationality living in France are sent to the concentration camp of Les Milles by France government. Commander Charles Perrochon is the responsible for this camp and he promises to the leaders of the prisoners to protect them from the Nazis. When France is invaded by the Germans, Commander Perronchon will disobey orders and his superiors trying to save these men. He gets a train, a ship and money from USA to send about eight hundred of these prisoners to the safety of Casablanca, in Marrocos.
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Plot Summary
In 1942, during the Nazi occupation of France, a young Jewish man named Jean is sent to the internment camp 'Les Milles' under false pretenses. He soon discovers the camp's true purpose: to serve as a transit point for deportation to extermination camps. Jean must then use his wits and courage to survive and help others escape the horrors that await them.
Critical Reception
Les Milles was met with a mixed to positive reception, appreciated for its sensitive portrayal of a dark period in French history and its strong performances, though some found its narrative pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its historical importance and the harrowing depiction of the camp's reality.
Noted for strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.
Some critics found the film's dramatic tension could have been heightened.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Les Milles' is not widely aggregated on Google, making a specific summary of user likes and dislikes unavailable.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the true story of the internment camp 'Les Milles' near Aix-en-Provence, which was operational from 1942 to 1944 and served as a collecting point for Jews destined for Auschwitz.
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