In the decades preceding World War II, American diplomat Alex Hazen witnesses the rise of Mussolini and Hitler but does not use any of his ambassadorial powers to intervene. Instead, Hazen subscribes to the dominant policy of appeasement, believing the belligerent dictators will eventually soften. Although married, he is in love with journalist Cassie Bowwman – but her feelings about the threat posed by fascism differs severely from his.
Alex Hazen
Cassie Bowman
Emily Taney Hazen
Moses Taney
Sam Hazen
Count von Stammer
Torrone
Sears
Sophronia
Mrs. Hayworth
Carter
David
Ponette
Sam (as a child)
Sarah Hazen
Harry, Male Nurse
Eppler
Dr. Crocker
Ambassador de Frontigny
Capt. Hetderbreck
Harry, Reporter
Countess Marigny
Embassy Attendant (uncredited)
Reporter (uncredited)