Overview
Madame de Montespan, the Maîtresse-en-titre of Louis XIV, has been in disgrace since the King set eyes on a younger beauty, Marie-Angélique Scorailles. Having had enough of the situation, the rejected mistress decides to visit La Voisin, a woman known as a fortune teller, a doctor, a midwife and who is also said to arrange black masses and sell poisons. Some time later Marie-Angélique, now Duchess of Fontanges, dies mysteriously aged only twenty...
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Affair of the Poisons?
The Affair of the Poisons was directed by Henri Decoin.
Where was The Affair of the Poisons produced?
It was produced by companies including Franco London Films, Excelsa Film in France.
The Affair of the Poisons Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Affair of the Poisons wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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