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Royal Affairs in Versailles (1953)

"The history of the palace of Versailles from it's founding to the present."

6.619532h 45mFR
DramaHistoryComedy

Directed by Sacha Guitry

Rating

6.6/10

Runtime

2h 45m

Language

FR

Release

December 15, 1953

Director

Sacha Guitry

Overview

Witty narration follows the history of Versailles Palace; founded by Louis XIII, enlarged by autocratic Louis XIV, whose personal affairs and amours, and those of his two successors, are followed in more detail to the start of the Revolution, after which the story is brought rapidly up to date. A hu...

Cast

Sacha Guitry

Sacha Guitry

Louis XIV (older)

Bourvil

Bourvil

Museum guard

Lana Marconi

Lana Marconi

Marie-Antoinette / Nicole Legay

Gaby Morlay

Gaby Morlay

Countess de la Motte

Gérard Philipe

Gérard Philipe

D'Artagnan

Jean Marais

Jean Marais

Louis XV

Jean Desailly

Jean Desailly

Marivaux

Jean-Louis Barrault

Jean-Louis Barrault

Fénelon

Jeanne Boitel

Jeanne Boitel

Mrs. de Sévigné

Gilbert Bokanowski

Gilbert Bokanowski

Louis XVI

Michel Auclair

Michel Auclair

Jacques Damiens

Jean-Pierre Aumont

Jean-Pierre Aumont

Cardinal de Rohan

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Royal Affairs in Versailles (1953), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Witty narration follows the history of Versailles Palace; founded by Louis XIII, enlarged by autocratic Louis XIV, whose personal affairs and amours, and those of his two successors, are followed in more detail to the start of the Revolution, after which the story is brought rapidly up to date. A huge cast plays mainly historical persons who appear briefly.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Royal Affairs in Versailles. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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