IMDb 6.6 2020 HD

Resistance

Resistance

2020
Drama History War
120 min R USA
6.9 / 10
6.6 IMDB

The story of mime Marcel Marceau as he works with a group of Jewish boy scouts and the French Resistance to save the lives of ten thousand orphans…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Alex Gavigan / Jonathan Jakubowicz / Benedict Hoermann / Nina Kötter
Starring
Jesse Eisenberg / Ed Harris / Clémence Poésy / Matthias Schweighöfer / Bella Ramsey / Géza Röhrig / Félix Moati / Vica Kerekes

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

earnest poignant historical brave moving understated compelling resilient hopeful sombre quiet affecting

Reviews

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Chloe Davies
Apr 2, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

In Resistance, Jesse Eisenberg takes on the challenging role of Marcel Marceau, navigating the early days of his life and his involvement in saving orphaned children during WWII. The film's focus on this untold aspect of Marceau's story…

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Liam O'Connell
Apr 2, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

A truly affecting and essential piece of filmmaking, Resistance shines a much-needed spotlight on Marcel Marceau's hidden wartime bravery. Jesse Eisenberg is superb, embodying Marceau's transformation with a nuanced and deeply felt performance. The film masterfully balances the…

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Sophia Chang
Apr 2, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

Resistance attempts to shed light on the remarkable wartime efforts of Marcel Marceau, and in Jesse Eisenberg, it finds a thoughtful interpreter. The film is most effective when it focuses on the logistical challenges and the quiet acts…

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Marcus Thorne
Apr 2, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is a film that demands your attention through its sheer, unvarnished humanity. Jesse Eisenberg delivers a compelling performance as Marcel Marceau, capturing both the artistic sensitivity and the burgeoning bravery of the man. The film handles its…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 2, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Resistance offers a poignant glimpse into a lesser-known chapter of wartime heroism. Jesse Eisenberg navigates the complexities of Marcel Marceau's early life with a quiet intensity, portraying the mime's transformation from artist to unlikely resistance fighter. The film's…

FAQs

Beyond Jesse Eisenberg's portrayal of Marcel Marceau, Resistance features a strong supporting cast. Ed Harris appears in the film, adding his veteran presence to the ensemble. Clémence Poésy, known for her roles in French cinema and international productions, also features. Additionally, Matthias Schweighöfer and Bella Ramsey round out the cast, contributing to the film's exploration of this significant historical moment.