5.9Adieu Bonaparte · 1985
Adieu Bonaparte (1985) is a Drama / History / War film directed by Youssef Chahine, starring Mohsen Mohey ElDein, Ahmed Abdelaziz, Gamil Ratib.
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5.9Overview
This big-budget historical epic from acclaimed Egyptian director Youssef Chahine features a crazed turn by Patrice Chereau as Napoleon Bonaparte. The film, an Egyptian-French co-production, deals with Napoleon's occupation of Alexandria and its effect on a typical Egyptian family. Michel Piccoli leads the cast as a general in Napoleon's army who tentatively befriends a local poet and falls in love with two young Egyptian brothers, reflecting complex themes of colonial desire, affection, and personal connection.
Cast
Mohsen Mohey ElDein, Ahmed Abdelaziz, Gamil Ratib, Michel Piccoli, Patrice Chéreau, Abla Kamel, Mohsena Tawfiq, Seif Abdelrahman
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What is "Adieu Bonaparte" about?
This big-budget historical epic from acclaimed Egyptian director Youssef Chahine features a crazed turn by Patrice Chereau as Napoleon Bonaparte. The film, an Egyptian-French co-production, deals with Napoleon's occupation of Alexandria and its effect on a typical Egyptian family. Michel Piccoli leads the cast as a general in Napoleon's army who tentatively befriends a local poet and falls in love with two young Egyptian brothers, reflecting complex themes of colonial desire, affection, and personal connection.
When was "Adieu Bonaparte" released?
Adieu Bonaparte was released in 1985.
Who stars in "Adieu Bonaparte"?
The cast includes Mohsen Mohey ElDein, Ahmed Abdelaziz, Gamil Ratib, Michel Piccoli.
