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Quills

2000-11-22 · 124 min · ★ 7.2

Drama

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.

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Directors
Philip Kaufman
Production companies
Fox Searchlight Pictures, Industry Entertainment Partners, Walrus & Associates, Hollywood Partners
Countries
Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 13,500,000
Revenue
USD 17,989,227

Top Cast

Geoffrey RushGeoffrey RushMarquis de Sade
Kate WinsletKate WinsletMadeleine LeClerc
Joaquin PhoenixJoaquin PhoenixAbbe du Coulmier
Michael CaineMichael CaineDr. Royer-Collard
Billie WhitelawBillie WhitelawMadame LeClerc
Patrick MalahidePatrick MalahideDelbené
Amelia WarnerAmelia WarnerSimone
Jane MenelausJane MenelausRenee Pelagie
Stephen MoyerStephen MoyerProuix
Tony PritchardTony PritchardValcour
Michael JennMichael JennCleante
Danny BabingtonDanny BabingtonPitou
George AntoniGeorge AntoniDauphin
Stephen MarcusStephen MarcusBouchon
Elizabeth BerringtonElizabeth BerringtonCharlotte
Edward Tudor-PoleEdward Tudor-PoleFranval
Harry JonesOrvolle
Bridget McConnellMadame Bougival
Pauline McLynnPauline McLynnMademoiselle Clairwil
Rebecca PalmerRebecca PalmerMichette

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