The Lady and the Duke

The Lady and the Duke

Directed by Éric Rohmer

Produced by Pathé Image, KC Medien

2001129 min6.4 / 10

A period drama centered on a British aristocrat's precarious survival and moral choices during the French Revolution, balancing personal relationships against historical upheaval.

Grace Dalrymple Elliot is a British aristocrat trapped in Paris during the French Revolution. Determined to maintain her stiff upper lip and pampered life despite the upheaval, Grace continues her friendship with the Duke of Orléans while risking her life and liberty to protect a fugitive.

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  • Is The Lady and the Duke sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is The Lady and the Duke easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.

  • Does The Lady and the Duke end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is The Lady and the Duke violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Is The Lady and the Duke scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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