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The Libertine

The Libertine

20005.51h 40m

Overview

French philosopher Denis Diderot produces the first encyclopedia while indulging in 18th-century decadence.

Directed by Gabriel Aghion
Written by Gabriel Aghion, Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt
Produced by Gaspard de Chavagnac
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Top Cast

Vincent Perez

Vincent Perez

Denis Diderot

Fanny Ardant

Fanny Ardant

Madame Therbouche

Josiane Balasko

Josiane Balasko

Baronne d'Holbach

Michel Serrault

Michel Serrault

Le Cardinal

Arielle Dombasle

Arielle Dombasle

Madame de Jerfeuil

Christian Charmetant

Christian Charmetant

Chevalier de Jerfeuil

Françoise Lépine

Françoise Lépine

Madame Diderot

François Lalande

François Lalande

Baron d'Holbach

Bruno Todeschini

Bruno Todeschini

Marquis de Cambrol

Arnaud Lemaire

Arnaud Lemaire

Marquis de Lutz

Themes & Keywords

artistcastleencyclopediaestate18th centuryphilosopheraristocraticlibertarianlibertarian party

About The Libertine

The Libertine is a history, comedy film released in 2000 exploring themes of artist, castle, encyclopedia, estate, 18th century, philosopher. Directed by Gabriel Aghion, it stars Vincent Perez, Fanny Ardant, Josiane Balasko. French philosopher Denis Diderot produces the first encyclopedia while indulging in 18th-century decadence.

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