Vatel
In 1671, with war brewing with Holland, a penniless prince invites Louis XIV to three days of festivities at a chateau in Chantilly. The prince wants a commission as a general, so the extravagances are to impress the king. In charge of all is the steward, Vatel, a man of honor, talent, and low birth. The prince is craven in his longing for stature: no task is too menial or dishonorable for him to give Vatel. While Vatel tries to sustain dignity, he finds himself attracted to Anne de Montausier, the king's newest mistress. In Vatel, she finds someone who's authentic, living out his principles within the casual cruelties of court politics. Can the two of them escape unscathed?
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Where can I watch Vatel in the United States?
Vatel is not streaming in the United States right now, though it is available in Germany, Spain, South Korea, and Taiwan. Track it in Limelight, and Limelight+ will notify you when it arrives on a service you pay for.
What are the ratings for Vatel?
Vatel scores 6.1 on The Movie Database, 6.6 on IMDb, 61% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 59 on Metacritic.
Who stars in Vatel?
Vatel stars Gérard Depardieu, Uma Thurman, Tim Roth, Timothy Spall, and Julian Glover. Roland Joffé is the director.
How long is Vatel?
Vatel runs 2h 5m (125 minutes).
When did Vatel come out?
Vatel was released on May 1, 2000.
Which studio made Vatel?
Vatel was produced by Gaumont, Légende Films, and Nomad in France and the United Kingdom.
What languages is Vatel in?
Vatel is in French and English, and its original language is English.
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