Mayerling
Where: |
🇦🇹 Austria |
When: |
The 1880s |
Rudolf, the only heir to Emperor Franz Josef of Austria-Hungary, is trapped in a loveless marriage to a Belgian princess. As he seeks to flee his stifling environment, he meets the beautiful Maria, and the two enter into a scandalous affair. Despite the interference of the Emperor, the couple refuse to give each other up.
Released in 1936 — 96 minutes
Genre: |
Drama |
Language: |
French |