Mademoiselle Fifi

Mademoiselle Fifi

How much should a woman give for her country?

NR 1944 · 69 min · ★ 6.4 · Drama, War, History

In occupied France during the Franco-Prussian War, a young French laundress shares a coach ride with several of her condescending social superiors. But when a Prussian officer holds the coach over, social standings are leveled and integrity and spirit are put to the test.

Directed by Robert Wise · Written by Josef Mischel

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