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The Train (1964)

“It carried their hopes, their nation's honour!”

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Plot

As the tides of WWII turn in August 1944, Paris eagerly anticipates the arrival of the Allied forces. In the midst of this impending liberation, German Colonel Von Waldheim harbors a desperate plan to strip France of its most revered artworks and transport them back to Germany. Amid the unravelling chaos, he secures a train as his vessel for this grand art heist. Meanwhile, the French resistance, the guardians of their national treasures, are caught in a delicate balancing act. Orders from London strictly dictate the preservation of these priceless works, preventing the resistance from resorting to destruction. Enter Labiche, the astute station master who is also a key player in the dwindling ranks of the resistance. With the daunting task of scheduling the elusive art train, Labiche finds himself at the epicenter of a daring plot to protect France's cultural legacy. In another corner of this high-stakes chess game, Mlle. Villard, the passionate curator of the jeopardized gallery, pleads with the resistance to thwart Von Waldheim's audacious plan. Labiche, understanding the gravity of the situation, agrees to join her cause. He begins to weave an intricate web of deception and strategy designed to keep the art train firmly within French borders. However, this grand ruse is fraught with challenges. Every cog in their intricate plan must turn perfectly, and the shadow of Von Waldheim looms menacingly over their every move. Will Labiche and his comrades manage to safeguard their nation's cultural heritage? The Train is a riveting tale of resilience and cunning, set against the dramatic backdrop of a world at war.

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The Train is a thriller movie featuring Burt Lancaster.

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