Nice Well Kept Condition. The Taking of Power by Louis XIV (The Criterion Collection) DVD Spine # 456 Nice Well Kept Condition. Came from the estate of a collector that took great care of this treasure. Everything in our photos is included. If there's something not in our photos please assume that it's not in the listing. Given the opportunity to turn out a Sacha Guitry-style spectacle, director Roberto Rossellini charts his own neorealist course for The Rise of Louis XIV. It's as if a documentary cameraman was let loose in the royal court of the 17th Century Sun King, here played by Jean-Marie Patte. The use of unfamiliar actors in the major roles adds to the film's realism. Though shown to be the product of a decadent lifestyle, Louis is depicted as being trapped by his royalty, forced in spite of himself to be a raconteur and trendsetter. The Rise of Louis XIV was one of several innovative films made for French television by the Italian Rossellini. If you have any questions, please know that we're just an email away and happy to help. Sales tax of 6.875% will apply to NJ residents Item Cri Images sell! Get Supersized Images Free Image Hosting Attention Sellers - Get Templates Image Hosting, Scheduling at Auctiva.com.