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Apr 6, 2023 · Son of an African slave and a French farmer, Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, achieves an unthinkable position in society as a famous violinist, composer and fencer, in addition to experiencing an ill-fated love affair.
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- Biography, Drama, History
- Stephen Williams
- 2023-04-06
Chevalier is a 2022 American biographical drama film based on the life of the titular French-Caribbean musician Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges, played by Kelvin Harrison Jr. The film is directed by Stephen Williams and written by Stefani Robinson.
Apr 21, 2023 · Why Has History Forgotten Joseph Bologne, the Brilliant 18th-Century Composer Showcased in ‘Chevalier’? A new film dramatizes the story of a Black immigrant to France whose musical talents ...
Now Playing in TheatersInspired by the incredible true story of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. The illegitimate son of an African slave...
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Apr 21, 2023 · Inspired by the incredible true story of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges. The illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, Bologne (Kelvin Harrison...
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- Stephen Williams
- PG-13
- Kelvin Harrison Jr.
Apr 22, 2023 · “Chevalier,” a new movie released Friday, brings Bologne to the big screen, with all of the sumptuous glamour and breathless drama of a premier period piece.
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Apr 21, 2023 · As Joseph Bologne, the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, Kelvin Harrison Jr. radiates the kind of unshakable self-possession that comes with the knowledge of being brilliant, gifted, and adored. But this is 18 th Century France, and Bologne is of mixed race.