Aventure Malgache (1944)
Storyline
Backstage before a performance, a French actor recalls his time in Madagascar during World War II, when he secretly ran a Resistance radio station under the watch of a collaborationist police chief. His story unfolds in flashback, revealing espionage, deception, and divided loyalties within the French ranks. Made for Britain’s Ministry of Information, this 1944 French-language propaganda short satirizes Vichy opportunism and wartime hypocrisy, and was shelved for decades before its release in 1993.
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| Original title | Aventure Malgache |
|---|---|
| Release date | Jan 1, 1944 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | resistance |
FAQ
What is Aventure Malgache about?
Backstage before a performance, a French actor recalls his time in Madagascar during World War II, when he secretly ran a Resistance radio station under the watch of a collaborationist police chief. His story unfolds in flashback, revealing espionage, deception, and divided loyalties within the French ranks. Made for Britain’s Ministry of Information, this 1944 French-language propaganda short satirizes Vichy opportunism and wartime hypocrisy, and was shelved for decades before its release in 1993.
When was Aventure Malgache released?
Aventure Malgache was released on Jan 1, 1944 (status: Released).
Who directed Aventure Malgache?
Alfred Hitchcock directed Aventure Malgache.
What is the TMDB rating of Aventure Malgache?
Aventure Malgache has a TMDB rating of 5.3/10 from 61 votes.