The Death of Louis XIV (2016)
August 1715. After going for a walk, Louis XIV feels a pain in his leg. The next days, the king keeps fulfilling his duties and obligations, but his sleep is troubled and he has a serious fever. He barely eats and weakens increasingly. This is the start of the slow agony of the greatest king of France, surrounded by his relatives and doctors.
Director: Albert Serra
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 115 min
Release Date: November 2, 2016
Cast
- Jean-Pierre Léaud - Louis XIV
- Patrick d'Assumçao - Fagon, le médecin
- Marc Susini - Blouin, le valet de chambre
- Bernard Belin - Mareschal, le chirurgien
- Irène Silvagni - Madame de Maintenon
- Vicenç Altaió - Le Brun
- Jacques Henric - Père Le Tellier
- Alain Lajoinie - Le Pelletier
- Olivier Cadiot - Médecin 1
- Philippe Crespeau - Médecin 2
Screenplay
- Thierry Lounas (Screenplay)
- Albert Serra (Screenplay)
Music: Marc Verdaguer
Cinematography: Jonathan Ricquebourg
Editing: Ariadna Ribas, Albert Serra
Production: Capricci Films, Rosa Filmes, Andergraun Films, Bobi Lux
Country: France, Spain, Portugal
Language: Français, Deutsch, Latin
Box Office: $17,355
Original Language: fr
Themes
Historical Figures and Biographies, Monarchy, Royalty, and Dynasties, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics
Keywords
biography, old man, king, 18th century, louis xiv
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Death of Louis XIV about?
- August 1715. After going for a walk, Louis XIV feels a pain in his leg. The next days, the king keeps fulfilling his duties and obligations, but his sleep is troubled and he has a serious fever. He barely eats and weakens increasingly. This is the start of the slow agony of the greatest king of France, surrounded by his relatives and doctors.
- Who directed The Death of Louis XIV?
- The Death of Louis XIV was directed by Albert Serra.
- Who stars in The Death of Louis XIV?
- The Death of Louis XIV stars Jean-Pierre Léaud, Patrick d'Assumçao, Marc Susini, Bernard Belin, Irène Silvagni, Vicenç Altaió.
- How long is The Death of Louis XIV?
- The Death of Louis XIV has a runtime of 1h 55m (115 minutes).
- What genre is The Death of Louis XIV?
- The Death of Louis XIV is a Drama, History film.
- How much did The Death of Louis XIV gross?
- The Death of Louis XIV grossed $17,355 worldwide.
- Where was The Death of Louis XIV produced?
- The Death of Louis XIV was produced in France, Spain, Portugal.
- What are the themes of The Death of Louis XIV?
- The themes of The Death of Louis XIV include: Historical Figures and Biographies, Monarchy, Royalty, and Dynasties, Inspiring True Stories, Behind the Music: Artist Biopics.