(Richelieu ou La journée des dupes)

Content: A historical television film directed by Jean‑Dominique de La Rochefoucauld, Richelieu, or The Day of the Dupes recounts the political tensions that came to a head in November 1630, when Marie de’ Medici attempted to remove Cardinal Richelieu from power. Blending court intrigue, the king’s illness, and decisive reversals, the film portrays the struggle for influence that ultimately cemented Louis XIII’s trust in his minister. Led by Didier Sandre, Patrick Raynal, and Dominique Blanchar, the telefilm offers a meticulous reconstruction of the events that shaped the kingdom’s balance of power.

Countries:

Genres:

History,

TV Movie

Runtime:

100 minutes

Year:

1983

Directors:

Jean-Dominique de la Rochefoucauld

Production companies:

Société Française de Production (SFP)

Actors:

Cardinal de Richelieu

Louis XIII

Marie de Medicis

Chancelier de Marillac

Boutillier

Crews:

Director

Camera Department Manager

Sound

Sound

Set Designer