Set in 1774 between Berlin and Potsdam, the story follows three libertines who were cast out of the court of Louis XVI. They travel to Germany to seek the aid of the Duke of Walchen, a freethinker and seducer. Together, they aim to spread a philosophy of enlightenment that rejects authority and moral constraints. Their primary goal is to locate a secure environment where they can pursue their desires and games without legal or social restriction.
Directed and written by Albert Serra, this historical drama was released on September 4, 2019. It is the first in a chronological sequence of films by Serra that includes My Influences, Pacifiction, Afternoons of Solitude, and Sixteen Moments of My Life. The production was a collaboration between companies from France, Germany, Portugal, and Spain. The film features Helmut Berger as the Duke of Walchen, alongside Marc Susini, Laura Poulvet, Alexander García Düttmann, Lluís Serrat, and Francesc Daranas.
The movie has received mixed responses from viewers and reviewers. It holds a rating of 4.9/10 on TMDB based on 53 votes. In comparison, film critics provided a higher score of 6.6/10 across 38 reviews.
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