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The Emperor of Paris
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The Emperor of Paris

2018 · 121 min Drama Crime Thriller
6.3 / 10 · TMDB

Paris, France, early 19th century. The legendary convict François Vidocq lives in disguise trying to escape from a tragic past that torments him. When, after an unfortunate event, he crosses paths with the police chief, he makes a bold decision that will turn the ruthless mastermind of the Parisian underworld against him.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

This is quietly operating cinema. No big events, no crisis turns — just people and how they live through what happens to them.

Strengths: atmosphere, actors, accuracy of detail. Weaknesses: the pace isn't for everyone, the ending may feel unresolved.

For people who watch films for feeling, not entertainment.

Director: Jean-François Richet

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: An evening when your mind is at peace. With someone you can sit in silence with after. Wine or tea.

🎭 Cast

Vincent Cassel

Vincent Cassel

Vidocq

Patrick Chesnais

Patrick Chesnais

Henry

August Diehl

August Diehl

Nathanaël

Olga Kurylenko

Olga Kurylenko

The Baroness

Denis Lavant

Denis Lavant

Maillard

Freya Mavor

Freya Mavor

Annette

Denis Ménochet

Denis Ménochet

Dubillard

Jérôme Pouly

Jérôme Pouly

Courtaud

James Thierrée

James Thierrée

The Duke

Fabrice Luchini

Fabrice Luchini

Fouché

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