Chevalier
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Born in 1745 in the French Caribbean, De Saint-Georges was the illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner. He rose to improbable heights in French society, dazzling as both a violinist and composer, and a champion fencer. An ill-fated love affair with a French noblewoman, and a falling out with Marie Antoinette and her court led to his untimely downfall.
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Samara Weaving
Marie-Josephine
Marton Csokas
Montalembert
Minnie Driver
La Guimard
Lucy Boynton
Marie Antoinette
Sian Clifford
Madame de Genlis
Kelvin Harrison Jr.
Joseph Bologne
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Kelvin Harrison Jr. delivers a stunning performance as Bologne, exuding confidence and self-possession despite the challenges he faces. His character's personal journey is emotionally resonant and beautifully portrayed on-screen, thanks in part to the impressive work of the costume and production design teams.
While the historical context of the French Revolution is important in telling this story, it feels like a subplot that's been wedged in, rather than fully developed. Nevertheless some aspects of the plot feel underdeveloped, Harrison's performance alone is enough to make this movie a standout.
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Kelvin Harrison Jr. delivers a stunning performance as Bologne, exuding confidence and self-possession despite the challenges he faces. His character's personal journey is emotionally resonant and beautifully portrayed on-screen, thanks in part to the impressive work of the costume and production design teams.
While the historical context of the French Revolution is important in telling this story, it feels like a subplot that's been wedged in, rather than fully developed. Nevertheless some aspects of the plot feel underdeveloped, Harrison's performance alone is enough to make this movie a standout.
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