Delusions of Grandeur
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Delusions of Grandeur

Best from age 9 · PG · 1971 · 108 min

Delusions of Grandeur

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.

What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

2/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

2/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

2/10

Scary moments

Mild

1/10

Heads up

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

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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La folie des grandeurs/Delusions of Grandeur (1971) Trailer U.S.