The Death of Louis XIV

– August 1715. After going for a walk, Louis XIV feels a pain in his leg. The next days, the king keep..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
6.80 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 55 Minutes
Release Year:
2016
Original Name:
La mort de Louis XIV
The Death of Louis XIV (2016) - Also known as La mort de Louis XIV

August 1715. After going for a walk, Louis XIV feels a pain in his leg. The next days, the king keeps fulfilling his duties and obligations, but his sleep is troubled and he has a serious fever. He barely eats and weakens increasingly. This is the start of the slow agony of the greatest king of France, surrounded by his relatives and doctors.

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Producing Country:

The Death of Louis XIV (2016) - Trailer

Release Date:

02 Nov 2016

Language:

Latin, French

Director:

Albert Serra

Writer:

Thierry Lounas (scenario), Albert Serra (scenario)

Main Actors:

Jean-Pierre Léaud, Patrick d'Assumçao, Marc Susini, Bernard Belin

Plot:

Upon returning from a hunting expedition, King Louis XIV feels a sharp pain in his leg. He begins to die, surrounded by loyal followers in the royal chambers.

Awards:

11 wins & 23 nominations.

Gross profit:

$43,635

Production:

The Cinema Guild

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
88%
Metacritic:
76%