Désirée

In 1794, Désirée Clary, a young Provençal merchant's daughter, becomes involved with Maximilien Robespierre and later, through him, meets Napoleon Bonaparte. Napoleon is captivated by Désirée and they become engaged, but his political ambitions and her outspoken nature lead to their separation. She eventually finds love and a new life with General Jean-Victor Moreau, but her destiny remains intertwined with Napoleon's rise and fall.

Désirée was met with mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising the lavish production values and the performances, particularly those of Jean Simmons and Marlon Brando. While some found the historical narrative somewhat condensed and romanticized, others appreciated its colorful portrayal of a lesser-known aspect of the Napoleonic era. The film was a moderate box office success.

• Praised for its grand scale and elaborate costumes.
• Jean Simmons delivers a compelling performance as the titular character.
• Marlon Brando's portrayal of Napoleon was seen as somewhat unconventional but captivating.

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Marlon Brando was reportedly hesitant to play Napoleon, feeling the role was unsuited for him and that he was too old. He agreed to take the part after the studio agreed to his salary demands and other concessions.