Louis Seigner
as Le garde des Sceaux Joseph Barthélémy
Special Section • Movie • Rating 7.1 out of 10
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overview
What is Special Section about?
In Nazi-occupied France, a German officer is assassinated. The Germans demand justice, and the Vichy government is quick to capitulate. Unable to apprehend the actual culprits, Minister of Justice Joseph Barthélémy decides the execution of token Frenchmen will suffice, but the problem is finding judges and jurors eager to participate in a sham trial of innocent men. The solution is a Special Section, a court comprised of individuals handpicked for this exact purpose. It blends drama, history, thriller elements. The film reflects a distinct France style and perspective. The story is brought to life by director Costa-Gavras. With a runtime of 1h 50m, it offers a comfortable feature-length experience.
cast
Cast and crew of Special Section
The main cast includes Louis Seigner, Michael Lonsdale and Claude Piéplu. Behind the camera, the film is directed by Costa-Gavras, written by Jorge Semprún and Costa-Gavras, produced by Gérard Crosnier and Jacques Perrin.
Michael Lonsdale
as Pierre Pucheu - le ministre de l'intérieur
Claude Piéplu
as Bénon - le président de la section spéciale
Pierre Dux
as Le procureur général Cavarroc
Heinz Bennent
as Le major Beumelburg
Michel Galabru
as Le président Cournet
Roland Bertin
as Georges Dayras
Hans Richter
as Le général Otto von Stülpnagel
Julien Bertheau
as L'avocat général Victor Dupuich
Yves Robert
as Émile Bastard
Bruno Cremer
as Lucien Sampaix
Jacques Perrin
as Roger Lafarge
Henri Serre
as Préfet Ingrand
Julien Guiomar
as Le substitut général Tétaud
Ivo Garrani
as L'amiral François Darlan
François Maistre
as Marquis de Brinon
Jacques François
as Maurice Gabolde
Claudio Gora
as Francis Villette
Jean Bouise
as René Linais
Yves Montand
as Un milicien
Jacques Mathou
as Un milicien