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This mini-series, filmed for France 2 television, was shown in two 90-minute episodes
in October 2006. Filming began April 14.
2006 and continued through mid-June
under the direction of Robin Davis. Eight days of filming took place at the Chateau de
Chantilly, a stand-in for the Versailles Palace. With a budget of
five million euros, it was
an expensive production involving
many sets, costumes and wigs. Vincent regarded
his role as traveling back in time. He said, "To incarnate the King,
I've studied the codes of conduct with a historical adviser in the
manner of speaking, moving and greeting. The King has to exude
authority. Dress and speech are useful to me. With the wigs and
costumes, I isolate myself within the character."
| Cast:
Helene de Fourgerolles.......Jeanne
Poisson
Vincent Perez.....................King Louis XV
Charlotte de Turckheim......Queen mother
Charlotte Valandrey...........Madame de Brancas
Chloe Stefani......................Henriette
Jean-Francois Derec...........Voltaire
Jean-Francois Garreaud......Maurepas
Jennifer Decker...................Marie-Joseph |
Synopsis:
In 1745, when Jeanne-Antoinette Poisson came to King
Louis XV's attention, she transformed herself into
Madame de Pompadour and became his mistress and
confidante. Poisson was given rooms at Versailles, and,
though she was the king's lover for only five years, she
remained his close adviser until her death. This
production tells the story of their relationship. |
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