A French milliner becomes a casino hostess and courtesan, eventually rising to the position of mistress of King Louis XV..
Alright, so Du Barry, Woman of Passion. Is this worth watching today? Honestly, probably not for most folks looking for a quick, engaging watch. But if you’re a history buff, especially into French court drama, or just curious about early sound films and Norma Talmadge, then yeah, it’s a pretty interesting curiosity. A...
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Sam Taylor
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"Alright, so Du Barry, Woman of Passion. Is this worth watching today? Honestly, probably not for most folks looking for a quick, engaging watch. But if you’re a history buff, especially into French court drama, or just curious about early sound films and Norma Talmadge, then yeah, it’s a pretty interesting curiosity. Anyone expecting a zippy, action-packed period piece will probably hate it. This movie takes its sweet time, and the *passion* promised in the title is more of a polite, dramatic ki..."
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