Wicked Duchess

Overview

Edwige Feuillère and Pierre Richard-Willm shine in Jacques de Baroncelli's adaptation of Balzac's novella, The Duchesse de Langeais. Set against the backdrop of post-Napoleonic Paris, the story unfolds as a glamorous socialite finds herself the object of desire for a war hero. Their complex romantic entanglement navigates the intricacies of love and societal expectations, highlighted by Jean Giraudoux's compelling screenplay. Through a blend of passion and intrigue, the film explores the depths of human connection within the constraints of class and ambition.