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The Emperor of Paris

The Emperor of Paris

Dec 19, 2018
121 min
DramaCrimeThriller
6.3/ 10
513 votes

Overview

Paris, France, early 19th century. The legendary convict François Vidocq lives in disguise trying to escape from a tragic past that torments him. When, after an unfortunate event, he crosses paths with the police chief, he makes a bold decision that will turn the ruthless mastermind of the Parisian underworld against him.

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6.3/10
513 votes
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6.3/10
6,624 votes
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"Fugitive. Detective. Legend."

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Released

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France 2 CinémaGaumontMandarin ProductionFrance 3 CinémaSCOPE PicturesCN6 ProductionsActes Prolétariens120 FilmsEntourage PicturesCanal+Ciné+France TélévisionsBNP Paribas Fortis

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