Sony Pictures Entertainment has unveiled the highly-anticipated trailer for the upcoming historical epic, Napoleon, starring the renowned Joaquin Phoenix, whose transformation into the ruthless French general has already generated quite a buzz online.
Napoleon brings together the dynamic duo of Joaquin Phoenix and Ridley Scott, who previously worked together in 2000’s Gladiator. Phoenix is joined by a talented ensemble, including the gorgeous Vanessa Kirby as Empress Joséphine.
The trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse into the grandeur and intensity of the historical military saga. Napoleon is set to premiere exclusively in theaters during the Thanksgiving weekend on November 22. The film will later be available for streaming on Apple TV+.
According to the film’s official logline, Napoleon presents an original and personal perspective on the French commander’s origins and his meteoric rise to the emperor.
The story focuses on Napoleon’s complex and often volatile relationship with his wife and true love, Joséphine. The film captures the iconic battles, Napoleon’s unwavering ambition, and his extraordinary strategic brilliance as a military leader and visionary.
Joining Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby in the cast are actors Tahar Rahim as Paul Barras, Ben Miles as Caulaincourt, Ludivine Sagnier as Theresa Cabarrus, Matthew Needham as Lucien Bonaparte, Youssef Kerkour as Marshal Davout, Phil Cornwell as Sanson ‘The Bourreau,’ Edouard Philipponnat as Tsar Alexander, Paul Rhys as Talleyrand, John Hollingworth as Marshall Ney, Gavin Spokes as Moulins, and Mark Bonnar as Jean-Andoche Junot.
With its grand scale, compelling narrative, and exceptional talent involved, ‘Napoleon’ promises to captivate audiences as it immerses them in the turbulent world of the iconic French general.
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