Jacquou the Rebel

A sweeping, emotionally charged historical drama that immerses you in a world of injustice and vengeance, with moments of tenderness and rousing defiance.

Directed by

Laurent Boutonnat

Genres

Adventure, Drama

Starring

Gaspard Ulliel, Marie-Josée Croze, Albert Dupontel

Overview

In 1815, young Jacquou lives an idyllic peasant life with his parents in the Périgord region of France. But one day, his childhood happiness is cruelly ended when his father is arrested, after a dispute with the arrogant Count de Nansac. With both his parents dead, Jacquou is adopted by Bonal, a kind priest, under whose influence he grows into an assured, morally upright young man. Now an adult, Jacquou has one desire. To repay the Count de Nansac for the evil he once inflicted on his parents...

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest, dark and romantic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Revenge, justice, class, grief

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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