Chevalier
2022, drama, history, music
107 minutes
The illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, Bologne rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with an ill-fated love affair and a falling out with Marie Antoinette...
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8.0
2023-07-14
It’s a solid and well-filmed historical biopic, bringing to life the music of a forgotten black classical composer. Read more
8.0
2023-05-07
There are some historical inaccuracies as well as artistic liberties taken, but I believe Williams does Chevalier’s story justice overall. It does leave me wanting more, but I suppose that is a good thing as we should be compelled to seek out and appreciate his work that was erased by history. Read more
6.0
2023-07-04
Steeped in rich colored costumes and passionate emotions, the film achieves a delicate osmosis between commercial film and auteur cinema. It’s a mature exploration of a big theme, hampered only by its simplified, conventional storytelling. Read more
6.0
2023-05-10
While there could have been much more story and time spent on the titular Chevalier, the film is an enjoyable watch and a compelling historical drama. Read more
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7.0
2023-06-18
Het gebrek aan diepgang - vanwege de korte speelduur - is de film's grootste tegenslag. Ik had graag verder gedoken in deze fascinerende geschiedenis. Desondanks werkt Chevalier, als samenvattende opsomming van de belangrijkste punten uit zijn leven, voldoende om de film aan te raden. Read more
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