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First Image from Ridley Scott’s ‘Napoleon’ Starring Joaquin Phoenix

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  • It’s in theaters Nov 22 and it’ll stream on Apple TV sometime after that

    >The film depicts Napoleon’s rise to power through the lens of his addictive and volatile relationship with Empress Joséphine.

    Cast:

    * Joaquin Phoenix as Napoleon Bonaparte
    * Vanessa Kirby as Empress Joséphine
    * Tahar Rahim as Paul Barras
    * Ben Miles as Caulaincourt
    * Ludivine Sagnier as Theresa Cabarrus
    * Matthew Needham as Lucien Bonaparte
    * Youssef Kerkour as General Davout
    * Phil Cornwell as Sanson ‘The Bourreau’

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  • Phoenix has been on a roll. Beau is Afraid coming out soon, Napoleon later this year and he is currently filming Joker: Folie à Deux. All three roles are completely different from one another and each of the three movies has the potential to be great.

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  • Stanley Kurbick spent a decade trying and failing to get a Napoleon movie off the ground. Meanwhile, Disney can’t remember if its gerbil spy movie G-Force was live action or not, but just committed $175 million to a live-action remake just in case.

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  • I mentioned this in another thread, but what Stanley Kubrick planned for his *Napoleon* movie was crazy.

    – He considered Napoleon as the most interesting person in the history of humanity.

    – He sent an assistant around the world to literally follow in Napoleon’s footsteps, even getting him to bring back samples of earth from Waterloo so he could match them for the screen.

    – He read hundreds of books on Napoleon and broke the information down into categories “on everything from his food tastes to the weather on the day of a specific battle.”

    – He gathered together 15,000 location scouting photos and 17,000 slides of Napoleonic imagery.

    – He had enlisted the support of the Romanian People’s Army and planned to use 40,000 soldiers and 10,000 cavalrymen for the battle sequences.

    – Unfortunately, the failure of *Waterloo* (1970) caused the project’s cancellation, as studios felt Napoleon was a risky concept that wouldn’t be financially viable.

    Now, it wasn’t all for nothing, because *Barry Lyndon* was created thanks to his research. So even though we never got Kubrick’s vision, Ridley Scott and Joaquin Phoenix still make me interested in this movie.

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  • Oh man i just finally watched The Last Duel the other day. It was *so good!* I can’t wait to see this. I’ll watch Joachin in anything, but this has potential to be a beloved classic.

    …Holy fuck, I just read what I wrote and was about to submit it, and I sound just like a corporate shill. I promise I’m not!

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  • >Napoleon is a gripping historical drama that follows the life and career of one of the most iconic figures in European history, Napoleon Bonaparte, portrayed by Joaquin Phoenix. The film is directed by Ridley Scott and features stunning visuals and powerful performances that bring to life the tumultuous world of 19th century Europe.
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    >The film opens with a young Napoleon as a brilliant but ambitious military officer, eager to prove himself and rise through the ranks of the French army. With his charm, charisma, and strategic brilliance, he quickly gains the attention of those in power, including Josephine de Beauharnais (played by an actress to be named later), a young woman who would become his wife and loyal companion throughout his life.
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    >As Napoleon rises to power, he transforms France into a military and economic powerhouse, conquering much of Europe and establishing himself as one of the most powerful and feared leaders in the world. However, his success also brings enemies, both within and outside of France, who plot against him and seek to undermine his rule.
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    >The film portrays the dramatic moments of Napoleon’s life, including his exile to Elba and his triumphant return to Paris, as well as the battles that defined his career, including Austerlitz, Borodino, and Waterloo. Throughout the film, Joaquin Phoenix delivers a powerful and nuanced performance as Napoleon, capturing his charisma, ambition, and complex personality.
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    >One particularly powerful moment in the film comes during the Battle of Borodino, a brutal and bloody conflict between the French and Russian armies that was one of the deadliest battles in European history. As the battle rages on, Napoleon rides his horse across the battlefield, inspiring his troops and rallying them to fight on despite the overwhelming odds against them.
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    >Joaquin Phoenix’s portrayal of Napoleon captures the intensity and courage of this moment, as he leads his soldiers from the front and refuses to back down in the face of adversity. The scene is both thrilling and heart-wrenching, as the toll of war becomes painfully clear and the fate of Napoleon’s army hangs in the balance.
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    >Vanessa Kirby’s portrayal of Empress Joséphine in “Napoleon ” is a standout performance that captures the complexity and depth of the historical figure. The film explores the relationship between Joséphine and Napoleon, from their initial meeting to their eventual separation due to political and personal differences.
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    >Throughout the film, Vanessa Kirby brings a sense of grace and elegance to her portrayal of Joséphine, highlighting her intelligence, wit, and ability to navigate the complex social and political world of 19th century France. Despite her position as empress, she faces many challenges and struggles to maintain her position and influence in the face of Napoleon’s rising power.
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    >One particularly poignant moment in the film comes as Joséphine and Napoleon are forced to separate, due to Napoleon’s desire for a male heir and political pressures to marry into a more prestigious family. Kirby’s performance captures the heartbreak and sadness of this moment, as Joséphine is forced to watch her marriage and her position crumble around her.
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    >Overall, Vanessa Kirby’s performance as Empress Joséphine is a highlight of the film, bringing a sense of humanity and depth to the character and adding a rich layer of emotional complexity to the story.
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    >Napoleon is a thrilling and epic portrayal of one of history’s most iconic figures, brought to life by the vision of Ridley Scott and the talents of Joaquin Phoenix. The film offers a fresh and compelling look at Napoleon’s life and legacy, while exploring the political and social realities of 19th century Europe.

    Simpsons strike again.

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