Back to browse
65% Critic Match
Marquis
“A bizarre tale of sex, lust, and the French Revolution”
6.5 / 10• 1989• 1h 23m•R• French
AnimationComedy
Storyline
On the eve of revolution, French activist and author Marquis and his talking penis, Colin, await judgment in the Bastille for allegedly plotting against the state. While Marquis dedicates himself to his art and Colin longs for action, the provocative pair unwittingly rouse the interest of competing ideological factions.
Cast & Crew
François Marthouret
Marquis (voice)
Lead
Valérie Kling
Colin (voice)
Michel Robin
Ambert (voice)
IW
Isabelle Wolfe
Justine (voice)
Vicky Messica
Dom Pompero (voice)
Nathalie Juvet
Juliette (voice)
RL
René Lebrun
Gaëtan de Preaubois / Bernardin (voice)
BM
Bob Morel
Pigonou (voice)
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Henri Xhonneux's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Marquis is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
