“Napoleon” is a film full of spectacular cinematography, detailing the turbulent rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte, played by Oscar winner Joaquin Phoenix. Set against a stunning backdrop of epic scenes shot by legendary director Ridley Scott, the film depicts Napoleon’s relentless rise to power through the prism of his addictive and unstable relationship with his one true love, Josephine (Vanessa Kirby). Scott shows Napoleon’s visionary military and political tactics against the backdrop of some of the most dynamic battles ever filmed.
In an interview with Deadline, Scott revealed that he shot “Napoleon” in just 62 days. “Usually, such a film requires at least 110 shooting days. Years ago, I discovered that eight cameras mean eight times faster work. Every production department must adapt to my pace,” he explained the speed of production for which he has been famous for years.
The story of Napoleon Bonaparte is not just a story from the history books, it is a gripping saga of ambition, romance and power that shaped the world. Elevated to the title of the most influential tyrant in history, Napoleon enjoys a fame that is associated with greatness, military prowess and an era of great social and political change in Europe.
The Oscar winner played the role of Napoleon Bonaparte JoaquinPhoenix. It was his second time working with Scott. More than twenty years ago, he was nominated for an Oscar for the role of Commodus in his “Gladiator”. Phoenix is played by Vanessa Kirby as Josephine. The film’s cast also includes, among others: Ben Miles, Ludivine Sagnier, Tahar Rahim and Catherine Walker.
“Napoleon” debuted on the cinema screen on November 24, 2023. The production earned $219 million worldwide.
The premiere of “Napoleon” on the Apple TV+ platform is scheduled for March 1.