Capitulation, the Final Hours that Ended World War II

Capitulation, the Final Hours that Ended World War II

A film made of archives mostly unknown, on the last day of the Second World War in Europe and on the events which preceded it. This film also shows the growing tension between the Allies and the Soviets at the time: May 8, 1945 is also the first day of the Cold War.

Release Date

May 7, 2005

Status

Released

Original Title

8 mai 1945, la capitulation

Runtime

1h 0min

Budget

Revenue

Language

German, French

Production Companies

France 3CC&CLobster Films