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.
Details
- Release date
- 2000-11-22
- Duration
- 02:04
- Categories
- Drama
- Studios
- Fox Searchlight Pictures, Industry Entertainment Partners, Walrus & Associates, Hollywood Partners
- Country
- Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Votes
- 714
- Budget
- $13,500,000
- Revenue
- $17,989,227
Top cast
Geoffrey Rush
Kate Winslet
Joaquin Phoenix
Michael Caine
Billie Whitelaw
Patrick Malahide
Amelia Warner
Jane Menelaus
Stephen Moyer
Tony Pritchard
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