Quills

Quills

2000
2h 4min

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.

Storyline

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.

    Released
    22 November 2000
    Runtime
    2h 4min
    Director
    Budget
    $13,500,000
    Revenue
    $17,989,227
    Genre
    Status
    Released
    Language
    English
    Production
    Fox Searchlight Pictures, Industry Entertainment Partners, Walrus & Associates, Hollywood Partners
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