Chevalier

PG-13

Released Apr 21, 2023

1 hr. 47 min.

Biography

History

Drama

Music

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Inspired by the incredible true story of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. The illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, Bologne (Kelvin Harrison Jr. in a tour de force performance) rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with an ill-fated love affair and a falling out with Marie Antoinette (Lucy Boynton) and her court.

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Critics Consensus

Supported by Kelvin Harrison Jr.'s outstanding work in the title role, Chevalier offers an entertaining gateway into the incredible life of a brilliant artist.

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Audience Consensus

Chevalier doesn't tell the whole story of this composer's amazing life, but it's a really solid introduction -- and Kelvin Harrison Jr. is outstanding in the title role.

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Brenda C

Chevalier was very enlightening and entertaining. I liked that it showed the adversity and heartbreak that he endured but overcame.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/27/23

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Chris

Loved it! Great acting, story, and music. The ending feels a little abrupt, but emotional nonetheless.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

06/18/23

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Bonnie

the movie was good, but a little slow

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

06/18/23

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marion m

Suspenseful, Exciting,Shocking Great from the beginning to the end

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/16/23

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Jo

I enjoyed the story line and being a musical prodigy With all the obstacles of being Black gave him the strength to be great in all of his endeavors. This described many of our ancestors being better than the best until some will deny their greatness and limit There opportunities.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/14/23

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Jocelyn S

A must see. Great acting, amazing music. Very entertaining, and educational. And beautifully shot, too!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/14/23

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Stephen Williams

Director

Kelvin Harrison Jr.

Joseph Bologne

Samara Weaving

Marie-Josephine

Lucy Boynton

Marie Antoinette

Ronke Adekoluejo

Nanon

Marton Csokas

Montalembert

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Chevalier: Extended Preview

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Chevalier: Movie Clip - Meeting Marie

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Chevalier: Movie Clip - Come With Me

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Chevalier: Movie Clip - Violin Battle

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Chevalier: Exclusive Movie Clip - A Contest

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Chevalier: TV Spot - Remember

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Chevalier: Trailer 1

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David Stratton

The Australian

This was a compelling period of French history and the narrative composed for the film makes the most of the volatile backdrop.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 14, 2023

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Sandra Hall

Sydney Morning Herald

Both Robinson and Williams share a particular interest in this unfairly neglected episode in black history, but they never allow polemics to overwhelm the narrative.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 3, 2023

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Whelan Barzey

Time Out

There are hints of greatness in Chevalier, but it’s worthier of polite applause than a standing ovation.

Rated: 3/5

Jul 25, 2023

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

...a fairly generic biopic that never quite becomes as compelling or spellbinding as its subject matter might’ve indicated...

Rated: 2.5/4

Dec 30, 2023

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Grant Watson

Fiction Machine

It is more accomplished than Bernard Rose’s Immortal Beloved (1994), but at the same time no one should expect anything approaching Miloš Forman’s Amadeus (1984).

Rated: 6/10

Oct 5, 2023

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John McDonald

Australian Financial Review

Although there is currently a huge effort underway to unearth, perform and record Bologne’s music, it would take all the forces of militant wokeness to put him on the same plane as Gluck.

Sep 17, 2023

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Synopsis

Inspired by the incredible true story of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. The illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, Bologne (Kelvin Harrison Jr. in a tour de force performance) rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with an ill-fated love affair and a falling out with Marie Antoinette (Lucy Boynton) and her court.

Director: Stephen Williams
Screenwriter: Stefani Robinson
Distributor: Searchlight Pictures
Production Co: Element Pictures
Rating: PG-13 (Suggestive Material|Some Strong Language|Thematic Content|Violence)
Genre: Biography, History, Drama, Music
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 21, 2023, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 16, 2023
Box Office (Gross USA): $3.5M
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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