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The French Revolution

A sweeping historical epic that spans the tumultuous period from 1789 to 1794, chronicling the pivotal events of the French Revolution.

The French Revolution unfolds from 1789, sparked by King Louis XVI's decision to convene the Etats-Generaux to address France's debt crisis. The film chronicles the events from 1789 to 1792, when the king lost all authority and was imprisoned. The second half of the story follows the terror's conclusion in 1794, featuring the beheadings of key figures, including Louis XVI, Marie-Antoinette, Danton, and Desmoulins.

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Info about The French Revolution

Studio(s): Films A2, Laura Films

Originally Released: United States, Oct 02, 1989

Production Countries: United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, Canada

Box Office Gross: $4,800,000.00

Budget: $50,000,000.00

Genres:Drama, History, Thriller, War

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