Act of Love

1953Directed by Anatole Litvak

Rate this film Sign in to save Add to Everything I've Seen

Where to watch

No streaming, free, rental, or purchase options are currently listed in the United States.

Availability data provided by JustWatch through TMDB. Options can change.

Released: December 17, 1953
Runtime: 1h 48m

About Act of Love

Drama
War
Romance

Synopsis

While on holiday on the French Riviera, former soldier Robert Teller recounts his time in WWII-era France, where he meets and falls in love with a poor girl named Lise. However, they're unable to marry when Lise is accused of prostitution and Teller's commanding officer forbids the match. The couple's love is again tested when Teller learns the truth about his would-be wife's whereabouts.

Director: Anatole Litvak
Writers: Irwin Shaw
Joseph Kessel
Original title: Un acte d'amour

Principal cast

In billing order

Kirk DouglasRobert Teller
Dany RobinLise Gudayec
Gabrielle DorziatAdèle Lacaud
Fernand LedouxFernand Lacaud
Marthe MercadierGirl On Terrace
Brigitte BardotMimi

Log this film Manage lists