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Capitulation, the Final Hours that Ended World War II
7.2 / 10• 2005• 1h 0m•NR• French
DocumentaryWarHistoryTV Movie
Storyline
A film made of archives mostly unknown, on the last day of the Second World War in Europe and on the events which preceded it. This film also shows the growing tension between the Allies and the Soviets at the time: May 8, 1945 is also the first day of the Cold War.
Cast & Crew
Éric Viellard
Himself - Narrator (voice)
LeadWhat People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Isabelle Clarke's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Capitulation, the Final Hours that Ended World War II is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
