La reine Margot (1994)
Release Year: 1994
Nation: France, Germany, Italy
Alternative Title: La reina Margot, A Raínha Margot, Die Bartholomäusnacht, Dronning Margot, Kuningatar Margot
Director: Patrice Chéreau
Writer: Alexandre Dumas, Danièle Thompson, Patrice Chéreau
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Claude Berri, Pierre Grunstein
Companies: Renn Productions, D. A. Films, WMG Film, NEF Filmproduktion, RCS Films, France 2 Cinéma, ARD Degeto
Genre: Biographical Film, Biography, Drama, Film Based On A Novel, Historical Film, History
Budget: DEM 42,000,000 (estimated).
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Keywords
Keywords: paris, france, based on novel or book, marriage of convenience, royalty, conspiracy, palace intrigue, 16th century, religious persecution, st. bartholomew's day massacre, french history
Story
The movie 'La reine Margot' (1994) unfolds during the religious war in France in the late 16th century. The story revolves around Margot de Valois, the sister of the immature Catholic king, Charles IX. To impose peace and end the conflict between Catholics and Hugenots, a forced marriage is arranged between Margot and Henri of Navarre, the Hugenot king. However, behind this political union lies Catherine de Médicis' scheming power, as she manipulates events by ordering assaults, poisonings, and instigations to maintain her control.
Summary
'La reine Margot' is a historical drama film directed by Patrice Chéreau in 1994. It is based on the novel of the same name by Alexandre Dumas. The movie brings to life the dramatic events surrounding the Massacre of St. Bartholomew, which occurred on August 24, 1572. The story offers insights into the political intrigue and power struggles that characterized the French court during this tumultuous period.
