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β 6.9 Β· 1994 Β· 160m Β· History Β· Drama Β· War
Convinced only she can lead France to victory against the invading English, Jeanne leaves her childhood home to plead with Charles, heir to the French throne, to allow her to guide his troops on the battlefield.
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