Quills

Quills

71.49% | Nov 22, 2000 | Drama

In early 19th-century France, the Marquis de Sade is confined to an asylum where his forbidden writings continue to circulate beyond its walls. As the authorities tighten control, a clash unfolds between the Marquis’ unyielding imagination, the reformist ideals of the Abbé in charge, and the repressive measures of a doctor sent to silence him. Desire, power, and censorship collide in a battle over freedom of expression.

Featured Cast

Doug Wright
Screenplay
Philip Kaufman
Director

Cast

Marquis de Sade
Geoffrey Rush
Marquis de Sade
Madeleine LeClerc
Kate Winslet
Madeleine LeClerc
Abbe du Coulmier
Joaquin Phoenix
Abbe du Coulmier
Dr. Royer-Collard
Michael Caine
Dr. Royer-Collard
Madame LeClerc
Billie Whitelaw
Madame LeClerc

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