In early 19th-century France, the Marquis de Sade is confined to an asylum where his forbidden writings continue to circulate beyond its walls. As the authorities tighten control, a clash unfolds between the Marquis’ unyielding imagination, the reformist ideals of the Abbé in charge, and the repressive measures of a doctor sent to silence him. Desire, power, and censorship collide in a battle over freedom of expression.
| Release Date | November 22, 2000 | |
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| Status | Released | |
| Original Title | Quills | |
| Runtime | 2h 4min | |
| Budget | $13,500,000 | |
| Revenue | $17,989,227 | |
| Language | English | |
| Original Language | English | |
| Production Countries | Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America | |
| Production Companies | Fox Searchlight PicturesIndustry Entertainment PartnersWalrus & AssociatesHollywood Partners | |