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Slaves of Fashion

Napoleon has fallen, and David is in exile. His star pupil, Jean-Auguste Ingres, is set to assume the role of first painter of France, but he seems to be a man out of his time

Napoleon has fallen, and David is in exile. His star pupil, Jean-Auguste Ingres, seems set to assume the role of first painter of France.

Ingres's superb portraits and exotic paintings of the nude have made his reputation. But he seems to be a man out of his time, and his career is marked by bitter conflicts.

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1 hour, 24 minutes

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Wed 16 Apr 2025 00:35

Credits

Role Contributor
Voice Ian Holm
Voice Martin Jarvis
Ingres Anthony Bate
Amaury-Duval Christopher Lillicrap
Madame Ingres Linda Polan
Delphine Pamela Hardman
Eccentric student Martin Wenner
Writer Leslie Megahey
Director Leslie Megahey

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