Vatel

Vatel

Director

Release

  • 2000

Time

  • 103 minutes

Rating

NR

Synopsis

In 1671, the Prince du Conde--deep in debt and suffering from gout--hopes to win command of the French Army. He receives word that King Louis XIV wishes to visit his estate. Du Conde asks Francois Vatel, a master chef and entertainer, to make the arrangements. However, trouble ensues when Vatel meets Anne de Montausier, a lovely courtesan and the king's new mistress, with whom Vatel falls treacherously in love.

Vatel

Awards

2001 Academy Awards

Nominated

  • Best Art Direction