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Quills
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Quills

Wed, Nov 22, 2000
  • Drama
Film · Synopsis

Synopsis

In early 19th-century France, the Marquis de Sade is confined to an asylum where his forbidden writings continue to circulate beyond its walls. As the authorities tighten control, a clash unfolds between the Marquis’ unyielding imagination, the reformist ideals of the Abbé in charge, and the repressive measures of a doctor sent to silence him. Desire, power, and censorship collide in a battle over freedom of expression.

Trailer

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Release windows

When & where

US
  • In CinemasSat, Sep 2, 2000Telluride Film Festival
GB
  • In CinemasFri, Jan 19, 2001
CA
  • In CinemasFri, Dec 15, 2000
FR
  • In CinemasMon, Mar 12, 2001
DE
  • In CinemasSat, Feb 10, 2001
JP
  • Streaming / DigitalSat, May 19, 2001
Where to watch

Streaming TBA

No streaming platforms confirmed yet. We’ll yell the moment one picks it up — make sure it’s on your deck.

Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Geoffrey Rush
    Geoffrey Rush
    as Marquis de Sade
  • Kate Winslet
    Kate Winslet
    as Madeleine LeClerc
  • Joaquin Phoenix
    Joaquin Phoenix
    as Abbe du Coulmier
  • Michael Caine
    Michael Caine
    as Dr. Royer-Collard
  • Billie Whitelaw
    Billie Whitelaw
    as Madame LeClerc
  • Patrick Malahide
    Patrick Malahide
    as Delbené
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