Movie

Special Section

★ 7.2(50)19751h 50m

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Good to know

Director: Costa-Gavras
Release date: 1975-04-23
Runtime: 1h 50m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Janus Film und Fernsehen

About Special Section

Special Section is a 1975 movie in the Drama, History and Thriller genres, directed by Costa-Gavras, starring Louis Seigner, Michael Lonsdale and Claude Piéplu. It has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 50 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Special Section in Belgium — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Louis Seigner

Le garde des Sceaux Joseph Barthélémy

Michael Lonsdale

Pierre Pucheu - le ministre de l'intérieur

Claude Piéplu

Bénon - le président de la section spéciale

Pierre Dux

Le procureur général Cavarroc

Heinz Bennent

Le major Beumelburg

Michel Galabru

Le président Cournet

Roland Bertin

Georges Dayras

Hans Richter

Le général Otto von Stülpnagel

Julien Bertheau

L'avocat général Victor Dupuich

Yves Robert

Émile Bastard

Bruno Cremer

Lucien Sampaix

Jacques Perrin

Roger Lafarge

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookpoliticsworld war iijudgmentcourtroomnazism

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Special Section in Belgium?+

Special Section is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Belgium. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Special Section on Netflix?+

Special Section is not on Netflix in Belgium right now.

How long is Special Section?+

Special Section has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

Who stars in Special Section?+

Special Section stars Louis Seigner, Michael Lonsdale, Claude Piéplu, Pierre Dux and Heinz Bennent.

When did Special Section come out?+

Special Section is a 1975 movie directed by Costa-Gavras.

What genre is Special Section?+

Special Section is Drama, History and Thriller film.

Who directed Special Section?+

Special Section was directed by Costa-Gavras.