17th Century Costume Dramas

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Cyrano De Bergerac [DVD]
1.  Cyrano De Bergerac [DVD] 
The list author says:
  "Classic love story beautifully depicted featuring possibily Depardieu's best performance as the famous poetic swordsman. Romantic, swashbuckling entertainment."
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Vatel [DVD] [2000] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]
2.  Vatel [DVD] [2000] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC] DVD ~ Gérard Depardieu
The list author says:
  "Rich ornate baroque visuals. Features a hilarious performance from Murray Lachlan-Young. However, a terrible script and awful soundtrack prevent the viewer from making any emotional connections."
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The Libertine [DVD]
3.  The Libertine [DVD] DVD ~ Johnny Depp
The list author says:
  "Worth watching to see Johnny Depp spout such words of filth as the notorious Earl of Rochester. Largely unengaging but with many excellent performances. Fanastic soundtrack by Michael Nyman."
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Restoration [DVD] [1996] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]
4.  Restoration [DVD] [1996] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC] DVD ~ Robert Downey Jr.
The list author says:
  "The first half of the film is a lively, decadent depiction of the court of Charles II with wonderful costumes, sets and amusing performances from Sam Neil & Robert Downey Jr. The second half is drab."
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The Draughtsman's Contract [1982] [DVD]
5.  The Draughtsman's Contract [1982] [DVD] DVD ~ Anthony Higgins
The list author says:
  "Highly stylised, erotically charged murder mystery. Complex to the point of impenetrability. Expert direction by Peter Greenaway and brilliant Michael Nyman soundtrack make it one of my favourites."
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Tous Les Matins Du Monde (2pc) [DVD] [1991] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC]
6.  Tous Les Matins Du Monde (2pc) [DVD] [1991] [Region 1] [US Import] [NTSC] DVD ~ Gérard Depardieu
The list author says:
  "Equally as passionate in its depictions of love and music. Shows how a true artist cannot separate the two. Flows at a steady pace in order for us to truely savour the masterpieces contained within."
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Stage Beauty [DVD]
7.  Stage Beauty [DVD] DVD ~ Billy Crudup
The list author says:
  "Romantic comedy about restoration theatre and gender confusion. Fun to see Rupert Everett as Charles II in drag! Rather frothy but interesting use of modern subject matter in a historcial setting."
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Le Bossu [DVD]
8.  Le Bossu [DVD] 
The list author says:
  "Fantastic dueling scenes in this fun, fast-paced swashbuckling adventure. Follows the traditional style of musketter films no longer made."
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Girl With A Pearl Earring [2004] [DVD]
9.  Girl With A Pearl Earring [2004] [DVD] DVD ~ Scarlett Johansson
The list author says:
  "Portrait of Dutch master Vermeer staring Colin Firth and Scarlet Johansen. Beautiful cinematography but not particulally riviting."
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Caravaggio [1986] [DVD]
10.  Caravaggio [1986] [DVD] DVD ~ Nigel Terry
The list author says:
  "Derek Jarman combines his passions for painting and film making in this erotic, atmospheric work. Stars Sean Bean and Tilda Swinton."
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The Three Musketeers [DVD] (1973)
11.  The Three Musketeers [DVD] (1973) DVD ~ Oliver Reed
The list author says:
  "1970's version of the classic Alexandre Dumas story. Staring Oliver Reed and Michael York. Sunday afternoon viewing."
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The Four Musketeers (York) [DVD] [1975]
12.  The Four Musketeers (York) [DVD] [1975] DVD ~ Michael York
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  "Sequel to the above."
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The Three Musketeers [DVD] [1994]
13.  The Three Musketeers [DVD] [1994] DVD ~ Charlie Sheen
The list author says:
  "No Milady d'winter!? Thankfully Tim Curry as Cardinal Richileu makes up for this lack of baddie. Fun family flick. Plus Kiether Sutherland is HOT as swaggering Athos."
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The Musketeer [DVD] [2002]
14.  The Musketeer [DVD] [2002] DVD ~ Justin Chambers
The list author says:
  "Action sequences combine Kung-Fu style choreography with the traditional swishing of blades. Impressive stunts for sure, but I wasn't exactly on the edge of my seat for the rest of it."
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Moliere [2007] [DVD]
15.  Moliere [2007] [DVD] DVD ~ Laurent Tirard
The list author says:
  "I haven't seen it yet!"
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Le Roi Danse
16.  Le Roi Danse by Gerhard Goebel-Schilling
The list author says:
  "Soundtrack to the film 'Le Roi Danse.' Biopic of court composer to Louis XIV, Jean Baptiste-Lully. From the director of Farinelli. DVD not available on Amazon.co.uk"
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Gunpowder Treason and Plot [DVD] [2004]
17.  Gunpowder Treason and Plot [DVD] [2004] DVD ~ Robert Carlyle
The list author says:
  "2-part drama showing the begining of the Stuart Dynasty. Part 2 (far superior to 1) depicts the early reign of James I and the gunpowder plot. Starring Robert Carlyle"
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Charles II [DVD] [2003]
18.  Charles II [DVD] [2003] DVD ~ Rufus Sewell
The list author says:
  "BBC drama series. 4-hour long episodes showing the reformation of Charles II played by Rufus Sewell. His wig is lovely."
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Man In The Iron Mask The [DVD] [1998]
19.  Man In The Iron Mask The [DVD] [1998] DVD ~ Leonardo DiCaprio
The list author says:
  "Gerard, Jeremy and John. One for all and all for one."
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