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With an estimated budget of €429 million, The Count of Monte Cristo is the most expensive French film of 2024
Tale
After escaping from an island prison where he spent 14 years after being wrongfully accused of treason, Edmond Dantès returns as the Count of Monte Cristo to take revenge on the men who betrayed him. Albert watches Hydee sing and play the guitar of course he doesn’t even touch the strings half the time.
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I was absolutely enthralled by the film from start to finish. Every moment kept me on the edge of my seat and I wasn’t bored for a second.
It portrays Edmond Dantès with such intensity and depth
The sets are simply stunning, every scene is a true masterpiece, especially the castle of Monte Cristo. The soundtrack is equally majestic and heightens the emotion of every key moment.
Her presence is magnetic
Her performance clearly reflects the evolution of the character from an innocent sailor to a vengeful vigilante on the verge of getting lost. A special mention also goes to the actress who plays Haydée: she absolutely steals the show.
