ARCH OF TRIUMPH/ COLD SWEAT
 

CAST

Starring Donald Pleasence, Anthony Hopkins, Lesley-Anne Down

 Directed By: 

Waris Hussein

Dr. Ravic (Anthony Hopkins) is a brilliant German surgeon who flees to Paris in an effort to escape the growing power of the Nazis. There he meets Joan Madou (Lesley-Anne Down), a depressed, unemployed cabaret singer who is on the brink of ending it all. After saving her, the two embark on a passionate romance with mystery lurking just under the surface. Donald Pleasance also stars. This film is rated PG.

With a glittering cast which includes Anthony Hopkins (THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS) and Donald Pleasance (HALLOWEEN), ARCH OF TRIUMPH is the tale of a Parisian romance unfolding on the cusp of World War II. Dr. Ravic (Hopkins) is a German citizen who has escaped the clutches of the Nazi's by fleeing to Paris. Not wanting to look conspicuous, the doctor disguises his true identity, and attempts to carry out his medical duties. However, one fateful night sees him come across Joan Madou (Lesley-Anne Down) as she attempts to kill herself by jumping from a bridge. Ravic prevents her from carrying out the act, and the couple soon begin a passionate romance. But both hide dark secrets from each other, leading to an explosive conclusion to this terse drama from director Waris Hussein.

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