In the 15th Century, France is a defeated and ruined nation after the One Hundred Years War against England. The fourteen-year-old farm girl Joan of Arc claims to hear voices from Heaven asking her to lead God's Army against Orleans and crowning the weak Dauphin Charles VII as King of France. Joan gathers the people with her faith, forms an army, and conquers Orleans.
The film chronicles the life of Joan of Arc, a young peasant girl who, guided by divine voices, believes she is destined to save France from English occupation during the Hundred Years' War. She rallies the French troops, leading them to victory and the coronation of Charles VII, before ultimately facing trial and martyrdom.
Ingrid Bergman's portrayal of Joan of Arc garnered significant praise, and the film was recognized for its historical scope and dramatic intensity, though some critics found its narrative pacing uneven and its historical accuracy debated.
Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's historical subject matter and Bergman's strong lead performance, though opinions on its overall impact and faithfulness to history varied.
Ingrid Bergman won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role as Joan of Arc. The film also received nominations for Best Supporting Actor, Best Art Direction, and Best Cinematography.
Ingrid Bergman's husband at the time, Roberto Rossellini, was originally slated to direct the film, but withdrew due to scheduling conflicts, leading to Victor Fleming taking over directing duties.
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