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A Royal Affair

In 1767, British Princess Caroline is betrothed to mad King Christian VII of Denmark, but her life with the erratic monarch in the oppressive country becomes an isolating misery. However, Christian soon gains a fast companion with German Dr. Johann Struensee, a quietly idealistic man of the Enlightenment. As the only one who can influence the King, Struensee is able to begin sweeping enlightened reforms of Denmark through Christian, even as Caroline falls for the doctor. However, their secret affair proves to be a tragic mistake that their conservative enemies use to their advantage in a conflict that threatens to claim more than just the lovers as their victims.

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Alicia Vikander
Caroline Mathilde
Mads Mikkelsen
Johann Friedrich Struensee
Mikkel Boe Følsgaard
Christian VII

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Awards

  • 2013 - Golden Globe - Best Foreign Language Film - nominated
  • 2013 - Oscar - Best Foreign Language Film of the Year - nominated
  • 2012 - Silver Berlin Bear - Best Screenplay - winner
  • 2012 - Audience Award - Honorable Mention - World Narratives - winner

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