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A Royal Affair
2012, Drama/Romance, 2h 17m
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A young queen falls in love with her physician, and they start a revolution that changes their nation forever.
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Rating: R (Some Violent Images|Sexual Content)
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Genre: Drama, Romance, History
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Original Language: Danish
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Director: Nikolaj Arcel
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Producer: Jessica Ask, Gillian Berrie, Anna Duffield, Meta Louise Foldager, Sisse Graum Jørgensen, Madeleine Ekman
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Writer: Rasmus Heisterberg, Nikolaj Arcel
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Release Date (Theaters): limited
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Box Office (Gross USA): $1.5M
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Distributor: Magnolia Pictures
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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.
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Beautiful and enthralling.
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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.
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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.
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