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Stunts
Pre-CGI sword fights that actually look dangerous and delicious
Costume
Velvet, capes, and Fabrice Luchini's smug little goatee
Acting
Auteuil's committed chaos versus Luchini's delicious villainy

Director
Philippe de Broca
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