The French Revolution

The French Revolution (1989)

May 10th, 19895h 35min

Drama, War, History, Thriller
75%

Overview

A history of the French Revolution beginning from the decision of the king to convene the Etats-Generaux in 1789 in order to deal with France's debt problem. Part one spans the event until August 10, 1792 (when the King Louis XVI lost all authority and was imprisoned). Part two carries the story through the end of the terror in 1794.


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