Danton

Danton

1921 · 87 min · ★ 6.5 · History, Drama

At the height of Reign of Terror Maximilien Robespierre orchestrates the trial and execution of several of his fellow leading French revolutionaries including Georges Danton.

Directed by Dimitri Buchowetzki · Written by Carl Mayer

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