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18/04/1989 History 2h 44m
75
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History, Biography, France, 16th Century, TV Movie

Overview

This film, in two parts, is considered a cultural work admirably embodied by Alice Sapritch. The TV movie focuses on the period of the late 16th century in France, ravaged by religious wars, and highlights the efforts of Catherine de Medici to defend the throne of her sons and maintain the unity of the kingdom. The role of Catherine de Medici in this TV movie is an interpretation that gives more humanity to this historical figure often presented in a negative light in history.

  1. Yves-André Hubert

    Director

  2. Jean Orieux

    Writer

  3. Paul Savatier

    Writer

Top billed cast

  1. Alice Sapritch

    Catherine de Médicis

  2. Vincent Gauthier

    Charles IX

  3. Vincent Gauthier

    Bezons

  4. André Thorent

    Tavannes

  5. Jean Dalric

    Duke Henri d'Anjou

  6. Isabelle Gélinas

    Marguerite de Valois

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Full Cast & Crew

Reviews

A review by Atila
Written by Atila on 2025-01-19
Catherine de Médicis was often describe as a kind a witch. In that version she is presented as a political character looking to bring France together. The acting is fine but a little too theatrical to me giving the impression to watch a play more than a movie. Despite this the movie is enjoyable to watch.
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Status
Released

Original Language
English

Budget
$0.00

Revenue
$0.00

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