Marie Antoinette

Marie Antoinette

A Queen... but, first of all... a woman in love!

Directed by W.S. Van Dyke

Produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

1938149 min6.6 / 10

A lavish historical drama centered on Marie Antoinette's romantic entanglements and personal desires amid the gathering storm of revolution, emphasizing her humanity over political consequence.

The young Austrian princess Marie Antoinette is arranged to marry Louis XVI, future king of France, in a politically advantageous marriage for the rival countries. The opulent Marie indulges in various whims and flirtations. When Louis XV passes and Louis XVI ascends the French throne, his queen's extravagant lifestyle earns the hatred of the French people, who despise her Austrian heritage.

Questions people ask

  • Is Marie Antoinette sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Does Marie Antoinette end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.

  • Is Marie Antoinette easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.

  • Is Marie Antoinette violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is Marie Antoinette scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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Cinnamon Score

How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.

Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity85

How unlike any other film this one feels

Surprise24

How much more it delivers than it promises

Love50

How much audiences actually like it

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Like Marie Antoinette

Nearest across the full emotional profile.

Same Mood as Marie Antoinette

Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.

Like Marie Antoinette, But Darker

Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.

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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.

Like Marie Antoinette, But Less Popular

Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

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