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Directed by Alexey Uchitel, Mathilde leans on a strong ensemble — Michalina Olszańska, Lars Eidinger, Luise Wolfram — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about history titles of 2017.
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