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The Emperor's Wife

  • 2003
  • 1h 40m
IMDb RATING
5.3/10
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The Emperor's Wife (2003)
AdventureDramaFantasyRomance

In a vast empire where tradition is law, an emperor's devoted chamberlain (Jonathan Rhys Meyers) swears to help him find the perfect bride in this royal romance filled with palace intrigue.In a vast empire where tradition is law, an emperor's devoted chamberlain (Jonathan Rhys Meyers) swears to help him find the perfect bride in this royal romance filled with palace intrigue.In a vast empire where tradition is law, an emperor's devoted chamberlain (Jonathan Rhys Meyers) swears to help him find the perfect bride in this royal romance filled with palace intrigue.

  • Director
    • Julien Vrebos
  • Writer
    • Paul Ruven
  • Stars
    • Jonathan Rhys Meyers
    • Max Beesley
    • Rosana Pastor
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.3/10
    640
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Julien Vrebos
    • Writer
      • Paul Ruven
    • Stars
      • Jonathan Rhys Meyers
      • Max Beesley
      • Rosana Pastor
    • 5User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    Jonathan Rhys Meyers
    Jonathan Rhys Meyers
    • Chamberlain
    Max Beesley
    Max Beesley
    • Emperor
    Rosana Pastor
    Rosana Pastor
    • Empress
    Leticia Dolera
    Leticia Dolera
    • Sabah
    Claire Johnston
    Claire Johnston
    • Mother
    Alex Macqueen
    Alex Macqueen
    • Dr. Lambroso
    • (as Alexander Macqueen)
    Johnny de Mol
    Johnny de Mol
    • Thembe
    James Auden
    • Music teacher
    Derek Kueter
    Derek Kueter
    • Etiquette teacher
    Tom Leick
    Tom Leick
    • Etiquette teacher
    Chris Bearne
    Chris Bearne
    • Dr. Al Razi
    Leslie Woodhall
    • Prof. Leopold
    Eric Connor
    • Chief guard
    Barry Madden
    • Guard sc. 74
    David Rosner
    • Green guard
    Mustafa Achaara
    • Guest #1
    Magalie Beurion
    • Girl #4
    Tom Bintner
    • Gigolo
    • Director
      • Julien Vrebos
    • Writer
      • Paul Ruven
    • All cast & crew
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      Real castles were set against new exterior backgrounds to make the film more magical.

    User reviews5

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    One of my top 20

    First time I saw this movie, I was a little annoyed with the atmosphere. It seemed too lost in its own mythology to be anything close to approachable. Second time I saw it, I now fully understand the whole symbiosis of the art style with the plot. (mind you, some people wont get it at all). The plot was traditional in the fairy tale sense; but with a more mature theme. The acting was effective enough to keep the audience in interest, without being too sappy or thematic. Special recognition for Rhys-Meyers, who plays his affection for Sabah, with a false dignity, even though through his eyes you can see the man suffer. Very well acted on his part.

    I'd give it an 8.5 out of 10.

    This movie is good, if you can read more into the whole movie, instead of just the plot or artistry.
    • Khaderach19
    • Nov 30, 2004
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    • Release date
      • September 3, 2003 (Belgium)
    • Countries of origin
      • Netherlands
      • Luxembourg
      • Belgium
    • Official sites
      • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La mujer del emperador
    • Production companies
      • Delux Productions
      • Fu Works
      • Spice Factory
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      • €3,761,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 40 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

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