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FRANCE · 1940
From Mayerling to Sarajevo
Synopsis
Franz Ferdinand, heir to the throne of Austria-Hungary, is kept absent from the royal court due to his dangerous political ideas. Sent on a tour of inspections and inaugurations, he falls in love with Countess Sophie Chotek.
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Films with Similar Themes
forbidden love · political intrigue · royal court · historical drama · duty vs. passion
