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Adieu Bonaparte

5.9(14)19851h 55m1

This big-budget historical epic from acclaimed Egyptian director Youssef Chahine features a crazed turn by Patrice Chereau as Napoleon Bonaparte. The film, an Egyptian-French co-production, deals with Napoleon's occupation of Alexandria and its effect on a typical Egyptian family. Michel Piccoli leads the cast as a general in Napoleon's army who tentatively befriends a local poet and falls in love with two young Egyptian brothers, reflecting complex themes of colonial desire, affection, and personal connection.

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Status
Released
Budget
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Box office
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Language
Arabic
  • egypt
  • france
  • napoleon bonaparte
  • lgbt
  • gay theme

Top billed cast

Behind the camera

Produced in

Egypt, France

Where to watch

Availability for United States. Provided by JustWatch through the TMDB API.

Stream

  • Criterion Channel logoCriterion Channel

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Release dates

  • EgyptEG

    • Theatrical17 Jun 1985
  • FranceFR

    • Theatrical17 May 1985

Frequently asked questions

Adieu Bonaparte was released on 17 May 1985.

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