Marquis (1990)

Synopsis: In this witty adaptation of the Marquis de Sade's writings -- performed with puppet masks modeled after stock caricature characters from the 18th century -- the Marquis de Sade is depicted as a... In this witty adaptation of the Marquis de Sade's writings -- performed with puppet masks modeled after stock caricature characters from the 18th century -- the Marquis de Sade is depicted as a philosophically minded spaniel jailed for defiling a crucifix. His only true confidant is his baguette-sized penis called Colin. In full Platonic dialogue, the Marquis discusses literary criticism, philosophy, morality and politics with his phallic companion. The bawdy sexuality and perversion that unfolds in the course of this tale makes clear why the Marquis' name has become attached to an entire range of "perverse" sexual practices. [More]

Starring: Francois Marthouret, Michel Robin

Starring: Francois Marthouret, Michel Robin

Director: Henri Xhonneux, Roland Topor

Director: Henri Xhonneux, Roland Topor

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