Marquis
“A bizarre tale of sex, lust, and the French Revolution”
Synopsis
On the eve of revolution, French activist and author Marquis and his talking penis, Colin, await judgment in the Bastille for allegedly plotting against the state. While Marquis dedicates himself to his art and Colin longs for action, the provocative pair unwittingly rouse the interest of competing ideological factions.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Marquis TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-08-09
Top Cast
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François Marthouret
Marquis (voice)
Valérie Kling
Colin (voice)
Michel Robin
Ambert (voice)
Isabelle Wolfe
Justine (voice)
Vicky Messica
Dom Pompero (voice)
Nathalie Juvet
Juliette (voice)
René Lebrun
Gaëtan de Preaubois / Bernardin (voice)
Bob Morel
Pigonou (voice)
Roger Crouzet
Lupino (voice)
Willem Holtrop
Willem (voice)
Eric De Sarria
Jaco (voice)
Henri Rubinstein
Orleans (voice)
Peter Fischer
Poulets (voice)
Hans Mauli
Poulets (voice)
Jacques Bouanich
Poulets (voice)
Philippe Dumond
Clients (voice)
Serge Blumental
Clients (voice)
Philippe Bizot
Marquis/Willem
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 3, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henri Xhonneux
- Screenplay & Story
- Roland Topor, Henri Xhonneux, Marquis de Sade
- Original Score
- Reinhardt Wagner
- Original Title
- Marquis
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Tchin Tchin Productions, Aligator Producciones
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henri Xhonneux
Roland Topor, Henri Xhonneux, Marquis de Sade
Reinhardt Wagner
Étienne Fauduet
Chantal Hymans
Claudie Ossard, Éric van Beuren
Department Leadership Roster
Claudie Ossard
Producer
Henri Xhonneux
Director
Roland Topor
Writer
Chantal Hymans
Editor
Henri Xhonneux
Writer
Éric van Beuren
Producer
Étienne Fauduet
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Marquis
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What is Marquis about?
On the eve of revolution, French activist and author Marquis and his talking penis, Colin, await judgment in the Bastille for allegedly plotting against the state. While Marquis dedicates himself to his art and Colin longs for action, the provocative pair unwittingly rouse the interest of competing ideological factions.
Who directed Marquis?
Marquis was directed by Henri Xhonneux.
Who stars in Marquis?
The principal cast of Marquis includes François Marthouret, Valérie Kling, Michel Robin, Isabelle Wolfe, Vicky Messica.
When was Marquis released and how long is it?
Marquis was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for Marquis?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Marquis was composed by Reinhardt Wagner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Marquis?
Marquis holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).