Quills Poster

Quills

72.00% | November 22, 2000 | Drama

In early 19th-century France, the Marquis de Sade is confined to an asylum where his forbidden writings continue to circulate beyond its walls. As the authorities tighten control, a clash unfolds between the Marquis’ unyielding imagination, the reformist ideals of the Abbé in charge, and the repressive measures of a doctor sent to silence him. Desire, power, and censorship collide in a battle over freedom of expression.

Featured Crew

Doug Wright
Screenplay
Philip Kaufman
Director
Peter Boyle
Editor

Cast

Geoffrey Rush
Geoffrey Rush
Marquis de Sade
Kate Winslet
Kate Winslet
Madeleine LeClerc
Joaquin Phoenix
Joaquin Phoenix
Abbe du Coulmier
Michael Caine
Michael Caine
Dr. Royer-Collard
Billie Whitelaw
Billie Whitelaw
Madame LeClerc