A Royal Affair

2012, Drama/History, 2h 17m

111 Reviews 10,000+ Ratings

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A Royal Affair is a lavish and sumptuous costume drama with a juicy story to back it up. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

A young queen falls in love with her physician, and they start a revolution that changes their nation forever.

Cast & Crew

Mads Mikkelsen
Johann Friedrich Struensee
Alicia Vikander
Caroline Mathilde
David Dencik
Ove Høegh-Guldberg
Trine Dyrholm
Juliane Marie
Thomas W. Gabrielsson
Schack Carl Rantzau
William Jøhnk Nielsen
Frederik VI
Cyron Melville
Enevold Brandt
Laura Bro
Louise von Plessen
Mikkel Boe Følsgaard
Christian VII
Søren Malling
Hartmann
Bent Mejding
J.H.E. Bernstorff
Harriet Walter
Augusta, Princess of Wales
Nikolaj Arcel
Director
Rasmus Heisterberg
Screenwriter
Nikolaj Arcel
Screenwriter
Jessica Ask
Producer
Gillian Berrie
Producer
Anna Duffield
Producer
Meta Louise Foldager
Producer
Sisse Graum Jørgensen
Producer
Madeleine Ekman
Producer
Cyrille Aufort
Original Music
Gabriel Yared
Original Music
Rasmus Videbæk
Cinematography
Kasper Leick
Film Editing
Mikkel E.G. Nielsen
Film Editing
Leo Davis
Casting
Niels Sejer
Production Design
Manon Rasmussen
Costume Design
Gabriel Yared
Original Music
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Audience Reviews for A Royal Affair

  • Jun 13, 2013
    Danish King Christian VII's personal physician has an affair with the queen. A lush, with beautiful costumes and exquisite set design, and sprawling epic, this film is extraordinary. The three primary characters, portrayed by Mads Mikkelsen, Alicia Vikander, and Mikkel Boe Folsgaard, are compelling and interesting. Struensee's commitment to post-Enlightenment ideals and steely eyed romanticism make for a compelling leading man, and he perfectly complemented by Caroline's steadfastness. Christian VII is much like George III, and both make interesting characters. I learned a ton about Denmark and Danish history, and the conflict between religion and progress, faith and science makes for a timeless story. Overall, I enjoyed this film immensely, and all baseball fans will be distracted by how similar Mikkelsen looks compared to Freddy Garcia.
    Jim H Super Reviewer
  • May 14, 2013
    Beautiful and enthralling.
    Christian C Super Reviewer
  • Mar 30, 2013
    Straightforward but beautifully made and acted period piece that convincingly portrays the battle of political and social ideals alongside a passionate love affair, with the emphasis on character rather than plot.
    Daniel P Super Reviewer
  • Mar 09, 2013
    A European film which does not lack the luster of the Hollywood films, but however still intelligent and substantial. This film takes a fascinating chapter in Danish history, little-known to general public, and presents it engagingly. The direction, acting and production are all top notch and worthy of the Oscar nod from the American Academy.
    Nicolas K Super Reviewer
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