“Blanche” (1971) directed by Walerian Borowczyk (1923-2006), based on a drama by the great Polish romantic poet Juliusz Słowacki (1809-1849).
Set in 13th century France, this dark Arthurian tragedy centres on “Blanche”, the beautiful young wife of an ageing baron, who falls prey to the lusts of three men: her stepson, the king, and his page.
