Devils (1971)
Année de sortie: 1971
Nation: United Kingdom
Alternative Title: The Devils, The Devils of Loudun, De bezetenen, Дяволите от Лудон, Os Demônios, Los Demonios, Los diablos, Djævlene, Djävlarna, Paholaiset, Les diables, Ken Russell's Film of The Devils, Oi daimonismenes, Ördögök, I diavoli, Nikutai no Akuma, Diably, Дьяволы, Die Teufel
Réalisateur: Ken Russell
Writer: Aldous Huxley, John Whiting, Ken Russell
Production & Genre
Producteur: Producer: Ken Russell, Robert H. Solo
Sociétés: N/A
Genre: Biographical Film, Biography, Drama, Film Based On A Novel, History
Budget: 2.000.000
Mots-clés
Mots-clés: nun, chaos, christianity, inquisition, exploitation, satire, surrealism, biography, based on true story, sin, hysteria, priest, torture, roman catholic church, blasphemy, convent (nunnery), nunsploitation, 17th century, grim, religious controversy, sexual perversion, absurd, banned film, bold
Histoire
The movie 'Devils' (1971), directed by Ken Russell, is a biographical film that tells the story of the life of the famous English painter and Satanist, Joseph Wenceslaus von Gonzaga. The plot chronicles Gonzaga's descent into madness as he becomes obsessed with painting intricate pictures of devils and demons. The narrative follows Gonzaga from his early days as a talented but troubled artist to his ultimate downfall due to his obsession.
Résumé
'Devils' is a historical drama that brings to life the fascinating yet disturbing story of Joseph Wenceslaus von Gonzaga, an English painter who gained notoriety for his vivid and grotesque depictions of devils. Directed by Ken Russell in 1971, the film offers a glimpse into Gonzaga's tumultuous life, exploring themes of creativity, obsession, and madness.
