Delusions of Grandeur

1971 • 108 min • Comedy · History

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Synopsis

Don Sallust is the minister of the King of Spain. Being disingenuous, hypocritical, greedy and collecting the taxes for himself, he is hated by the people he oppresses. Accused by The Queen, a beautiful princess Bavarian, of having an illegitimate child to one of her maids of honor, he was stripped of his duties and ordered to retire to a monastery.

Our family guide

Best from age 9

Movie Knight Score

746 reviews

74 Audience · 746 · 100%

In 17th-century Spain, a corrupt minister seeks revenge on the Queen who banished him. His elaborate plot involves his loyal valet, leading to mistaken identities, royal intrigue, and plenty of comedic chaos. A classic French farce with lavish historical settings.

Violence & peril: 2/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 2/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 1/10

Heads up

Comedic portrayals of greed and revenge
Some mild innuendo and flirtation
Characters drink wine and dine frequently shows characters drinking

What it models well

Loyalty and devotion
Clever problem-solving
Standing up to injustice

Talk about it after

How do the characters' misunderstandings drive the humor?
What does the film say about power and corruption?
How does Don Sallust's plan go wrong, and why?

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