The Baby of Mâcon
1993·Movie·
·2h 2min
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About
Exploring thoroughly modern taboos
Set halfway through the 17th century, a church play is performed for the benefit of the young aristocrat Cosimo. In the play, a grotesque old woman gives birth to a beautiful baby boy. The child's older sister is quick to exploit the situation, selling blessings from the baby, and even claiming she's the true mother by virgin birth. However, when she attempts to seduce the bishop's son, the Church exacts a terrible revenge.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersLoss Of InnocenceLove Conquers AllCorruption Of Power
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersUnrequited LoveDeceptionForbidden LoveCourtshipUnjust PunishmentBetrayalFamily DysfunctionPolitical Intrigue
- Pacing
- Time
- Cinematic Style
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Sacha Vierny, Peter Greenaway
Written by:
Peter Greenaway
Produced by:
Paul M. van Brugge, Yves Marmion, Denis Wigman
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