Quills (2000)

Name: Quills
Genre: Drama
Released: 2000
Duration: 124 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Geoffrey Rush, Kate Winslet, Joaquin Phoenix, Michael Caine, Billie Whitelaw

2h 4m Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America

Drama

Plot

Set in early 19th-century France, "Quills" follows the Marquis de Sade, who is imprisoned in an asylum yet his provocative writings seep out into society. Tensions rise as the authorities attempt to stifle his creativity, leading to a confrontation between the Marquis' relentless spirit, the progressive views of the overseeing Abbé, and the oppressive tactics of a doctor determined to mute him. This struggle ignites themes of desire, authority, and censorship, showcasing a fierce contest for the right to express oneself freely.

Cast

Geoffrey Rush Kate Winslet Joaquin Phoenix Michael Caine Billie Whitelaw Patrick Malahide Amelia Warner Jane Menelaus Stephen Moyer Tony Pritchard Michael Jenn Danny Babington George Antoni Stephen Marcus Elizabeth Berrington