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Madame X – An Absolute Ruler

1978·Movie
2h 21min
IMDb5.2

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DocAlliance Films

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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension6
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Romantic

  • Romance7
  • Melancholy5
  • Wonder5

Humor

Some absurdist humor and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Absurdist Humor6
  • Dark Humor6
  • Satire & Parody5

World

Society, fantasy, and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Ambiguity7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Visual Stylization7
  • Editing6

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About

The notorious pirate ruler Madame X places a print ad, calling on women to escape their boring lives and promising "gold, love and adventure" to all who come aboard her ship, the Orlando. A motley crew including a housewife, diva and artist (played by Yvonne Rainer) embark on a quest for self-transformation, which quickly heads towards destruction as they are subjected to Madame X's sadistic, erotic escapades.
Sadomasochistic Pirate AdventureFeminist AllegoryErotic & DisturbingPolitical CommentaryHistorical FantasyExperimental NarrativeCult FilmAvant-GardeGender & Power Dynamics

Crew

Directed by:
Tabea Blumenschein, Frank Ripploh, Ulrike Ottinger
Written by:
Ulrike Ottinger

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Madame X – An Absolute Ruler legally?

DocAlliance Films

Madame X – An Absolute Ruler is included with a subscription to DocAlliance Films in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Madame X – An Absolute Ruler worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 5.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Madame X – An Absolute Ruler rated?

NuditySexual contentViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: nudity, sexual content, violence, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Madame X – An Absolute Ruler?

2 h 21 min

Madame X – An Absolute Ruler runs 2 h 21 min.

What language is Madame X – An Absolute Ruler in?

GermanEnglishItalianRussian

It was made in German, with some English, Italian, Russian. Produced in Germany.

In how many countries can I watch Madame X – An Absolute Ruler?

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