De Gaulle at the Beach(2020)

De Gaulle at the Beach is a French comedy following Charles de Gaulle as he escapes to the seaside in summer 1958, exhausted by political ingratitude and mediocre leadership. Accompanied by his devoted Captain Lebornec, his wife Yvonne, his son, and Wehrmacht—a dog descended from Hitler's pet—the aging general seeks respite from his burdens. While de Gaulle remains characteristically composed and philosophical, Lebornec struggles to keep pace with the Liberator's whimsical moods and unconventional holiday pursuits. The film balances gentle humor with affection for its historical figure, exploring de Gaulle's humanity beyond his legendary public persona. This unlikely seaside retreat becomes a portrait of duty, loyalty, and the unexpected pleasures of stepping away from power.