Quills
📖 Synopsis
In early 19th-century France, the Marquis de Sade is confined to an asylum where his forbidden writings continue to circulate beyond its walls. As the authorities tighten control, a clash unfolds between the Marquis’ unyielding imagination, the reformist ideals of the Abbé in charge, and the repressive measures of a doctor sent to silence him. Desire, power, and censorship collide in a battle over freedom of expression.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “Meet the Marquis de Sade. The pleasure is all his.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Philip Kaufman
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Geoffrey RushMarquis de Sade
Kate WinsletMadeleine LeClerc
Joaquin PhoenixAbbe du Coulmier
Michael CaineDr. Royer-Collard
Billie WhitelawMadame LeClerc
Patrick MalahideDelbené
Amelia WarnerSimone
Jane MenelausRenee Pelagie
Stephen MoyerProuix
Tony PritchardValcour🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Quills about?
- In early 19th-century France, the Marquis de Sade is confined to an asylum where his forbidden writings continue to circulate beyond its walls. As the authorities tighten control, a clash unfolds between the Marquis’ unyielding imagination, the reformist ideals of the Abbé in charge, and the repressive measures of a doctor sent to silence him. Desire, power, and censorship collide in a battle over freedom of expression.
- Who directed Quills?
- Quills was directed by Philip Kaufman.
- When was Quills released?
- Quills was released on November 22, 2000.
- How long is Quills?
- Quills has a runtime of 2h 4m.
- Where can I track Quills?
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