Als je genoten hebt van 'Verlorene Illusionen' (2021), het meeslepende drama over ambitie en verraad in de literaire wereld van het 19e-eeuwse Parijs, dan ben je hier aan het juiste adres. In dit artikel ontdek je 10 films en series die een vergelijkbare sfeer, thema's of verhaallijnen hebben. Of je nu op zoek bent naar meer historische drama's, verhalen over artistieke strijd of intrigerende karakterontwikkelingen, deze lijst biedt iets voor iedere liefhebber.

Barry Lyndon (1975)
Beschreibung: A visually stunning portrayal of a man's rise and fall in society, emphasizing the fleeting nature of success and the harsh realities of ambition.
Fakt: The film was shot using natural light and candles, a technique that required specially adapted lenses from NASA.


Dangerous Liaisons (1988)
Beschreibung: A tale of manipulation, seduction, and the dark side of human nature, set in the aristocratic circles of pre-revolutionary France.
Fakt: The film is based on a 1782 novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, which was inspired by real-life scandals in the French court.


The Age of Innocence (1993)
Beschreibung: A story of forbidden love and societal constraints, highlighting the tension between personal desire and social expectations.
Fakt: The film's meticulous attention to period detail earned it an Academy Award for Best Costume Design.


The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)
Beschreibung: A psychological thriller about identity, deception, and the lengths one will go to achieve a desired lifestyle.
Fakt: The film's Italian locations were chosen to contrast the beauty of the setting with the darkness of the story.


The Count of Monte Cristo (2002)
Beschreibung: A tale of revenge, betrayal, and redemption, set in the tumultuous political landscape of post-Napoleonic France.
Fakt: The story has been adapted numerous times, but this version is notable for its lavish production design and sweeping cinematography.


Marie Antoinette (2006)
Beschreibung: A visually lavish depiction of a young woman navigating the pressures and excesses of royal life, with a focus on her personal struggles.
Fakt: The film's soundtrack includes modern pop and rock music, creating an anachronistic contrast with the 18th-century setting.


Bright Star (2009)
Beschreibung: A poetic exploration of love and creativity, set against the backdrop of early 19th-century England.
Fakt: The film's title is taken from a sonnet by John Keats, whose life and romance with Fanny Brawne it depicts.


The Duchess (2008)
Beschreibung: A historical drama that delves into the constraints of aristocratic life and the personal sacrifices made for social standing.
Fakt: The film's costumes were inspired by actual portraits of the Duchess of Devonshire, ensuring historical accuracy.


A Royal Affair (2012)
Beschreibung: A historical drama about political intrigue, forbidden love, and the clash between enlightenment ideals and traditional power structures.
Fakt: The film is based on the true story of the affair between Queen Caroline Mathilde of Denmark and her physician, Johann Friedrich Struensee.


The Great Gatsby (2013)
Beschreibung: The film explores themes of ambition, social climbing, and the corrupting influence of wealth, set against a backdrop of opulence and decadence.
Fakt: The film's soundtrack features contemporary music by artists like Jay-Z and Lana Del Rey, blending modern sounds with a 1920s setting.
