Directed by Philip Kaufman
Written by Doug Wright
Cinematography by Rogier Stoffers

Geoffrey Rush as The Marquis de Sade Kate Winslet as Madeleine Joaquin Phoenix as Coulmier Michael Caine as Dr. Royer-Collard Billie Whitelaw as Madame LeClerc Patrick Malahide as Delbene Amelia Warner as Simone Jane Menelaus as Renee Pelagie Stephen Moyer as Prouix Tony Pritchard as Valcour Michael Jenn as Cleante Danny Babington as Pitou

Running Time: 123 min.
Release Date: Nov. '00

Overall Call:
Quills was good, but didn't thrill me as I thought it might. Competently directed by Philip Kaufman who returns to a recurring erotic place (Henry and June and The Unbearable Lightness of Being). Kaufman was able to achieve solid performances from most of the cast. Standing out was Geoffrey Rush in an Oscar worthy portrayal. Kate Winslet and Michael Caine delivered as expected performances. While Amelia Warner turned in a job well done as Dr. Royer-Collardands (Caine) arranged wife, giving us a glimpse at someone to watch out for in the future. If you do choose to watch this one take note of the production design and costumes which were appropriately pleasing. If the story, material, trailer or commercials seem to float you movie boat, check it out.

Reasons For Recommendation:
+ Geoffrey Rush delivers Marquis de Sade like no one else could
+ Aptly dressed production design and actors (nice set and costumes)
+ Tastefully treated explicit material