Mary Linden works for the French Red Cross in Occupied France during World War II and helps allied soldiers who have been shot down to escape to the unoccupied side. Her activities are complicated by her high profile and her daughter's love affair with a German officer. Based on the true story.

Judy Davisas Countess Mary Lindell
Sam Neillas Major James Leggatt, The Guards
Anthony Higginsas SS Capt. Herman Gruber
Christien Anholtas Maurice Lindell, Mary's Son
Kate Beckinsaleas Barbe Lindell
Denholm Elliottas Father LeBlanc
Frank Middlemassas Dubois
David Ryallas Dumont, Mary's Lawyer
Peter Cellieras Court General
Mark Wing-Daveyas Col. Miles Grant, Leggat's CO