Angelique and the Sultan
Angelique and the Sultan

Angelique and the Sultan

1968Movie105 minFrench

Angélique is in a North African Muslim kingdom where she is now part of the Sultan's harem. She refuses to be bedded as her captors try to beat sense into her. She finally decides to escape with the help of two Christian prisoners.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Bernard BorderieGenres: Adventure, Historical, Romance

Plot Summary

Angelique, a beautiful and spirited French noblewoman, finds herself embroiled in intrigue and danger when she is abducted and brought to the harem of the Sultan of Morocco. Despite the opulent yet perilous surroundings, Angelique maintains her defiance and seeks a way to escape her gilded cage. Her intelligence and allure capture the attention of the Sultan, leading to a complex power dynamic filled with political maneuvering and personal peril.

Critical Reception

Angelique and the Sultan, the fifth film in the popular Angélique series, continues the romantic and adventurous escapades of its titular heroine. While maintaining the lavish production values and sweeping historical setting that defined the franchise, it received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its costumes and star power but sometimes criticized for its plot pacing and adherence to the established formula.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant costumes and exotic setting.
  • Michèle Mercier's performance as Angélique is a consistent highlight.
  • Some viewers found the plot predictable, relying heavily on established series tropes.

Google audience: Audience reception for this installment is generally positive, with viewers enjoying the continuation of Angélique's adventures and the film's visual splendor. Comments often highlight the chemistry between the leads and the dramatic flair, though some note it as being similar in structure to previous films in the series.

Fun Fact

The Angélique film series was a massive commercial success in Europe and Latin America, despite receiving limited releases and critical attention in English-speaking countries.

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