Cast
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Sandrine Bonnaire
as Jeanne d'Arc
André Marcon
as Charles, Dauphin de France
Jean-Louis Richard
as La Trémoille
Marcel Bozonnet
as Regnault de Chartres
Patrick Le Mauff
as Jean, Bâtard d'Orléans
Didier Sauvegrain
as Raoul de Gaucourt
Jean-Pierre Lorit
as Jean d'Alençon
Bruno Wolkowitch
as Gilles de Laval
Romain Lagarde
as Nicolas
Yann Collette
as Jean de Luxembourg
Jean-François Lapalus
as Martin Ladvenu
Édith Scob
as Jeanne de Béthune
Florence Darel
as Jeanne d'Orléans
Pierre Baillot
as Jacques Boucher
Germain Rousseau
as Le confesseur du Dauphin
Crew
Director
- Jacques Rivette
Writer
- Christine Laurent
- Pascal Bonitzer
Producer
- Martine Marignac
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Joan the Maid II: The Prisons examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Jacques Rivette brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1994, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Joan the Maid II: The Prisons took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 176 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 227 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1696 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 63 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1994, when this film was released:
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While Joan the Maid II: The Prisons shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Passion of Joan of Arc, which focuses more on action than character development, Joan the Maid II: The Prisons subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like You Gotta Believe and It's Hard Being Loved by Jerks explore similar territory, Joan the Maid II: The Prisons stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: February 10, 1994
- Runtime: 2h 56m
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