Storyline

In 1432, while François Villon is still an infant, his father dies as a martyr to his devotion to France. François grows up to be a renowned poet, an ardent patriot, and a notorious carouser who is not above criminal acts. During the revels of All Fools Day, he insults Duke Charles of Burgundy, for which King Louis XI, who is afraid of Charles, banishes Villon from Paris. In exile outside the city walls, François looks for ways to protect France from Burgundy's plots. When Charles plans to have one of his associates marry the king's ward Charlotte, Villon successfully disrupts the engagement, but for so doing is sentenced to death. But Villon finds a way to exploit Louis's superstitious nature long enough to give him another chance to serve France, while at the same time seeking the hand of Charlotte.—Snow Leopard

Plot Keywords

bare chested male, paris france, catapult, food, forced marriage, prank, theft, torture, whipping, martyr, king, patriot, france, adventurer

Short Review

A charming lesser grand John Barrymore film that you find is hard not to like although it is a 'little' fluffy.The story of French poet, playboy & socialite and all of his misadventures. The film is predictable but that doesn't disregard it's entertainment value.Filled with some great one liners, classic romance & a few sword duels...it's not as strong as When a Man Loves but still an enjoyable film.

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Streaming Service

1. Amazon Video : Rent from $1.99, Or $0.00 with a Prime membership