
🎬 Title: The Black Pharaoh, the Savage and the Princess / Le Pharaon, le Sauvage et la Princesse
Story: This film weaves together three narratives set across different eras and cultures. In Ancient Egypt, a young king rises as the first black pharaoh, striving for the affection of his beloved. Transitioning to the French Middle Ages, a mysterious wild boy takes from the affluent to aid the needy. Finally, set in 18th-century Turkey, a pastry-loving prince and a rose-gifting princess flee the confines of the palace to embrace their romance.
⭐ Rating: 6.181 (36 votes)
📅 Release Date: October 19, 2022
⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour, 22 minutes
🎭 Genres: Animation, Drama
🎬 Director: Michel Ocelot
✍️ Writer: Michel Ocelot
🌍 Countries: Belgium, France
🏢 Production Companies: Nord-Ouest Films, Artémis Productions, Les Productions du Ch’timi, Studio O, Musée du Louvre, Les Films Pelléas

👥 Cast: Oscar Lesage (Tanouékamani / Beau Sauvage / Le Prince des beignets (voice)), Claire de la Rüe du Can (Nasalsa / La Princesse des roses (voice)), Aïssa Maïga (La conteuse (voice)), Serge Bagdassarian (Géôlier et Prévôt / Vizir et Marchand (voice)), Didier Sandre (Amon / Duc et Chambellan (voice)), Annie Mercier (Mère régente / Dame de compagnie 1 (voice)), Gaël Raës (L’enfant (voice)), Thissa d’Avila Bensalah (Isis / Dame de compagnie 3 et Cliente 2 (voice)), Olivier Claverie (Vizir / Intendant / Passant 1 et Sultan (voice)), Michel Elias (Khnoum / Grand prêtre / Garde vieux / Chanoine / (voice))
Editor’s Note: The Black Pharaoh, the Savage and the Princess (2022) is a notable entry in the Animation and Drama genres. Under the keen direction of Michel Ocelot, the film maintains a consistent pace and a vivid sense of place. The performances by Oscar Lesage, Claire de la Rüe du Can, and Aïssa Maïga bring authenticity to their roles. With a runtime of 1 hour and 22 minutes, the film’s length is well-suited to the storytelling. Audience reactions have been mixed; approach the film for its intriguing mood and atmosphere. If the storyline resonates with you, it’s worth adding to your watchlist.
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