The Death of Louis XIV (2016)

Upon returning from a hunting expedition, King Louis XIV feels a sharp pain in his leg. He begins to die, surrounded by loyal followers in the royal chambers.

Director:

Albert Serra

Writers:

Thierry Lounas (scenario), Albert Serra (scenario)

Stars:

Jean-Pierre Léaud, Patrick d'Assumçao, Marc Susini

14 wins & 28 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Jean-Pierre Léaud	...	Louis XIV
Patrick d'Assumçao	...	Fagon
Marc Susini	...	1er valet du roi
Bernard Belin	...	Maréchal
Irène Silvagni	...	Madame de Maintenon
Jacques Henric	...	Père Le Tellier
Vicenç Altaió	...	Le Brun
Alain Lajoinie	...	Le Pelletier
Olivier Cadiot	...	Médecin 1
Philippe Crespeau	...	Médecin 2
Alain Reynaud	...	Médecin 3
Richard Plano	...	Médecin 4
Adrian Dunãrintu	...	Assistant Fagon
José Wallenstein	...	Médecin 5
Francis Montaulard	...	Duc d'Orléans

Storyline

Upon returning from a hunting expedition, King Louis XIV feels a sharp pain in his leg. He begins to die, surrounded by loyal followers in the royal chambers.

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Plot Keywords:

reference to moliere | pain | king | king louis xiv | french history | 

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Genres:

Biography | Drama | History

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Did You Know?

Trivia

Marks the first time director Albert Serra has chosen to work with professional actors.

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Soundtracks

Trio Sonata Nº. 1 in G - Moderato
Written by Domenico Gallo

User Reviews

more than beautiful

It could be defined as experience. slow, precise, dark, bitter , sad, pictorial with accent on acting and cinematography than on story, it is inspired support for reflection about power and fragility and the efforts to save a life who change the West European history. film of details, atmosphere and small gestures, it is , in high level, usefull. for understand a period. for the accuracy of the end of a legendary reign . for the admirable performance of Jean - Pierre Leaud , who propose a so realistic Louis XIV , like his early brilliant Antoine Doinel. a film for history class. for discover the essence of power. for the basic traits of each reign. for the unique beauty. for dialogues and for the splendid manner to propose a subtle fresco of the end of entire age .

Details

Official Sites:

Official site [France] Official site [Japan]

Country:

France Spain Portugal

Language:

French Latin

Release Date:

2 November 2016 (France)

Also Known As:

The Death of Louis XIV

Filming Locations:

Château de Hautefort, Hautefort, Dordogne, France

Box Office

Opening Weekend USA:

$8,002, 2 April 2017

Gross USA:

$43,635

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$209,715

Company Credits

Production Co:

Capricci Films, Rosa Filmes, Andergraun Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

115 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1