What is Chevalier?
Chevalier is a biographical drama film directed by Stephen Williams that falls into the music, drama, and history genres. The film tells the true untold story of Joseph Bologne, also known as the Chevalier de Saint-Georges.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2023
- Release date
- Apr 20, 2023
- Genres
- Music, Drama, History
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10
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Chevalier is a biographical drama film directed by Stephen Williams that falls into the music, drama, and history genres. The film tells the true untold story of Joseph Bologne, also known as the Chevalier de Saint-Georges. As the illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner or farmer, Joseph Bologne rises to improbable and unthinkable heights in French society. He becomes a celebrated and famous violinist, composer, and fencer. His life in high society includes an ill-fated love affair as well as a falling out with Marie Antoinette and her court. The movie features a cast that includes Kelvin Harrison Jr., Samara Weaving, Lucy Boynton, and Ronke Adekoluejo. Chevalier had its world premiere at the 47th Toronto International Film Festival on September 11, 2022. It was subsequently released in the United States by Searchlight Pictures on April 21, 2023, carrying a PG-13 rating and running for one hour and forty-four minutes. Following its release, the film received generally favorable reviews from critics.
Should you watch it?
“Joseph Bologne rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer.”
- Explores the true untold story of Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges.
- Features a narrative involving an ill-fated love affair.
- Depicts a dramatic falling out with Marie Antoinette and her court.
- It may not appeal to viewers who dislike historical dramas or biographical films.
Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas about remarkable real-life figures in French society.
The film runs for one hour and forty-four minutes, is rated PG-13, and blends music, drama, and history.
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Where can I stream or watch Chevalier?
The film is available to rent or buy digitally, and was released in the United States by Searchlight Pictures.
Is Chevalier worth watching?
The film received generally favorable reviews from critics and explores the historical life of Joseph Bologne.
What is the runtime of Chevalier?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes.
Are there episodic seasons to binge?
No, Chevalier is a feature-length film with a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes rather than a television series.
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