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Lady Oscar

The glamour, the strife, the intrigue of 18th century France!

Not Rated History Drama Romance

Starring: Catriona MacColl, Barry Stokes, Jonas Bergström, Christine Böhm, Terence Budd

Writer: Jacques Demy, Jacques Demy, Patricia Louisianna Knop, Patricia Louisianna Knop, Riyoko Ikeda

Release Date:
March 3, 1979
Ratings:
5.6 / 10
Director:
Jacques Demy
Companies:
TOHO

Overview

Oscar François de Jarjayes was born female, but her father insisted she be raised as a boy as he had no sons. She becomes the captain of the guards at Versailles under King Louis XVI and Marie Antonette. Her privileged, noble life comes under fire as she discovers the hard life of the poor people of France. She is caught up in the French Revolution, and must choose between her loyalty and love.