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Napoleon

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Diplomat Talleyrand (Sacha Guitry) reminisces about Napoleon Bonaparte's life upon learning that the legendary ruler has died. Talleyrand tells of a young Napoleon (Daniel Gélin) who rises to power through guile and courage, eventually becoming emperor of France. Later, an older and more jaded Napoleon (Raymond Pellegrin) wonders what all his accomplishments mean, now that he must face constant political squabbles and, eventually, exile and imprisonment.

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Audience Member Talleyrand joué par Guitry nous raconte Napoléon. Excellent. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/09/23 Full Review Audience Member Dude, it's tight man. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/12/23 Full Review Audience Member Here's another film rating. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/18/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Diplomat Talleyrand (Sacha Guitry) reminisces about Napoleon Bonaparte's life upon learning that the legendary ruler has died. Talleyrand tells of a young Napoleon (Daniel Gélin) who rises to power through guile and courage, eventually becoming emperor of France. Later, an older and more jaded Napoleon (Raymond Pellegrin) wonders what all his accomplishments mean, now that he must face constant political squabbles and, eventually, exile and imprisonment.
Director
Sacha Guitry
Producer
Angelo Rizzoli
Genre
Biography
Original Language
Canadian French
Runtime
3h 10m