Dumas: Black Devil
Released -1 years ago in 2027. Dumas: Black Devil is a history/adventure film. directed by Ladj Ly.
Starring Théo Christine, Omar Sy, and Vincent Cassel
Synopsis
Thomas Alexandre Davy de la Pailleterie Dumas was born a Caribbean slave in 1762 and beat the odds by rising through the ranks to become a revolutionary French general. The son of a nobleman, Marquis Alexandre Antoine Davy de la Pailleterie, and an African slave, Marie-Cessette Dumas, he became the first and highest-ranking Black leader in the French military and served under Napoleon Bonaparte. But despite his many exploits, which earned him the nickname of “Black Devil,” his role in the French Revolution was underplayed and he was even denied a full pension and legion of honor by Bonaparte.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Planned
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Pathé
- Chapter 2
- Srab Films
- Lyly Films
- Carrousel Studios
- Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Cinéma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dumas: Black Devil about?
Thomas Alexandre Davy de la Pailleterie Dumas was born a Caribbean slave in 1762 and beat the odds by rising through the ranks to become a revolutionary French general. The son of a nobleman, Marqu...
Who directed Dumas: Black Devil?
Dumas: Black Devil was directed by Ladj Ly.
When was Dumas: Black Devil released?
Dumas: Black Devil was released on October 13, 2027 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dumas: Black Devil?
The main cast of Dumas: Black Devil includes Théo Christine, Omar Sy, Vincent Cassel, François Civil, Zita Hanrot.