Quills(2000)
“Meet the Marquis de Sade. The pleasure is all his.”
Overview
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.
Director
Philip Kaufman
Studio
Fox Searchlight Pictures
Budget
$14M
Revenue
$18M
Cast
Geoffrey Rush
as Marquis de Sade
Kate Winslet
as Madeleine LeClerc
Joaquin Phoenix
as Abbe du Coulmier
Michael Caine
as Dr. Royer-Collard
Billie Whitelaw
as Madame LeClerc
Patrick Malahide
as Delbené
Amelia Warner
as Simone
Jane Menelaus
as Renee Pelagie
Stephen Moyer
as Prouix
Tony Pritchard
as Valcour
Michael Jenn
as Cleante
Danny Babington
as Pitou
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2000
Runtime
2h 4m
Language
English
Rating
7.1 / 10
Budget
$14M
Box Office
$18M
Production Companies
Fox Searchlight Pictures • Industry Entertainment Partners • Walrus & Associates
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Quills?▼
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What is Quills about?▼
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.
Who directed Quills?▼
Quills was directed by Philip Kaufman and released in 2000. It is a drama film.
How long is Quills?▼
Quills has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).
Who stars in Quills?▼
The cast of Quills includes Geoffrey Rush as Marquis de Sade, Kate Winslet as Madeleine LeClerc, Joaquin Phoenix as Abbe du Coulmier, Michael Caine as Dr. Royer-Collard, Billie Whitelaw as Madame LeClerc and more.
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