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June 1940. France collapses and signs the armistice. In the midst of the chaos, one man refuses to give up. Alone against the odds, this unknown general flees to London to save what remains of freedom. Without an army, without backing, without hope. But with one irrational conviction – France, his France, has not laid down arms. Taking the ultimate gamble, he seeks to convince the world that the battle for France is neither over, nor lost. Reality, however, is unyielding and seems determined to prove him wrong. Yet, little by little, resistance fighters, rebellious students and determined soldiers rise up in England, France and Africa to join the cause. Their faith, audacity and thirst for freedom defy what history seemed to have written in advance.

Join us for Part 1 of the De Gaulle saga at Cine Lumiere in South Kensington. Cine Lumiere is one of the landmark arthouse cinemas in London with bar and food options available downstairs for before or after the film. We will meet in the foyer by the box office from 17:45 for seating by 18:10 when the film is advertised to start.

The film is in French and English with English subtitles and runs for 160 minutes.

A second event to see Part 2 is being held on 8th October - please see the listing in the program for further details.

Please note that you will need to purchase your own tickets for this event - De Gaulle (Part 1): https://www.institut-francais.org.uk/cinema/de-gaulle-resistance/#/

There is no need to book in with the organiser, just order your ticket and turn up for the event.