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.

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Cast

Geoffrey Rush

Marquis de Sade

Kate Winslet

Madeleine LeClerc

Joaquin Phoenix

Abbe du Coulmier

Michael Caine

Dr. Royer-Collard

Billie Whitelaw

Madame LeClerc

Patrick Malahide

Delbené

Amelia Warner

Simone

Jane Menelaus

Renee Pelagie

Stephen Moyer

Prouix

Tony Pritchard

Valcour

Michael Jenn

Cleante

Danny Babington

Pitou