Return from the Ashes is a 1965 drama film directed by J. Lee Thompson. The movie stars Maximilian Schell, Ingrid Thulin, and Samantha Eggar. The story takes place in the aftermath of World War II, where a Jewish doctor named Dr. Michele Wolf (played by Ingrid Thulin) is reunited with her husband, Stanislaw Pilgrin (played by Maximilian Schell), a former chess champion and gigolo who served as a spy for the Nazis.
Upon returning to Paris, Dr. Wolf discovers that her stepdaughter, Fabi (played by Samantha Eggar), has fallen in love with Stanislaw and the two have been having an affair during her absence. Dr. Wolf is devastated by the news and struggles to come to terms with the fact that her husband has been unfaithful.
As Dr. Wolf and Stanislaw try to rebuild their relationship, they are constantly challenged by the lingering effects of the war and the trauma that they both endured. In the midst of their struggle, they must also confront the realities of their own pasts and the role that they played in the war.
The movie was well-received by critics upon its release and was noted for its powerful performances and emotionally charged storyline. It offers a poignant portrayal of the aftermath of the war and the impact that it had on the lives of ordinary people. Return from the Ashes is a thought-provoking and powerful film that explores the themes of love, betrayal, and redemption.