The Count of Monte Cristo
Le comte de Monte Cristo
DIRECTED BY:
Matthieu Delaporte
Alexandre de la Patellière
STARRING:
PIERRE NINEY
BASTIEN BOUILLON
ANAÏS DEMOUSTIER
ANAMARIA VARTOLOMEI
LAURENT LAFITTE
ACTION, DRAMA, HISTORICAL EPIC / FRANCE / 2024 / 178 MINS / M (Mature themes and violence)
FRENCH, ROMANIAN, ITALIAN, ENGLISH
Splendid. Executed with all the panache golden-era Hollywood epics. A genuine triumph: a stunning, emotionally satisfying adventure tale that feels at once timeless and thrillingly new.
- VARIETY
Pierre Niney leads a stellar cast in Matthieu Delaporte and Alexandre de La Patellière’s thrilling new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ epic adventure, the first French cinematic treatment of the iconic tale of romance and redemption in over fifty years.
Marseille, 1815. The dreams of principled young sailor Edmond Dantès (Niney) are about to come true; promoted to ship’s captain, he can finally marry the love of his life, Mercédès (Anaïs Demoustier). But his success inspires jealousy… betrayed by his rivals, Dantès is denounced as a member of a pro-Napoleon conspiracy and incarcerated without trial in an isolated prison.
After years of solitude, Dantès befriends the inmate in the adjacent cell, Abbé Faria (Pierfrancesco Favino), who reveals the location of a hidden treasure on the island of Monte Cristo. An extraordinary plan is hatched to exact revenge on the three men who wronged him…
A true cultural phenomenon in France (where it stormed the box office with close to 10 million tickets sold), THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO delivers luxurious, spectacular big-screen entertainment, at once timeless and electrifyingly new. Widely expected to sweep the 2025 César Awards, it’s a Festival must-see.
DIRECTED BY:
Matthieu Delaporte
Alexandre de la Patellière
STARRING:
PIERRE NINEY
BASTIEN BOUILLON
ANAÏS DEMOUSTIER
ANAMARIA VARTOLOMEI
LAURENT LAFITTE
ACTION, DRAMA, HISTORICAL EPIC / FRANCE / 2024 / 178 MINS / M (Mature themes and violence)
FRENCH, ROMANIAN, ITALIAN, ENGLISH
Opening Night - The Count of Monte Cristo - Thursday 24 April
The Alliance Française French Film Festival comes to Darwin, bringing the magic of French cinema to the iconic Deckchair Cinema. Experience the best of contemporary French storytelling under the stars, with a specially curated selection of films and exclusive events celebrating French culture, music, and gastronomy.
For the festival's Opening Night, tickets include a glass of champagne on arrival—ooh La La!
After the unanimous success of Three Musketeers: D'Artagnan at last year's Festival, Alliance Française French Film Festival presents THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO, a spectacular epic based on Alexander Dumas' infamous classic.
Marseilles, 1815. A young sailor, unjustly imprisoned, seeks revenge on those who have wronged him. Watch this gripping, swashbuckling adventure of romance, jealousy and betrayal unfold as you sip a glass of wine and marvel at this sumptuous new adaptation's lavish costumes and period decor.
5.45pm: Arrival & Glass of Champagne
7pm: The Count of Monte Cristo
Deckchair Cinema
Sponsors for the night:
La Cantinette – authentic Mediterranean flavours brought to life by artisanal, rustic cuisine inspired by the South of France. They pride themselves on sourcing the freshest local produce to ensure each dish reflects their commitment to quality. With over 20 years of culinary experience worldwide, they create memorable dining experiences, transforming La Cantinette into a celebration rather than just a food truck!
Opening Night Tickets:
Alliance Française & Deckchair Member Ticket: $16.00
Adult: $25.00
Child: $11.00
Concession: $20.00
Family Pass: $45.00
There is a glass of champagne as a welcome drink on arrival for opening night included in the ticket price for adult tickets, member priced tickets, and concession tickets. This does not apply to member free tickets, family tickets, or childrens tickets.