Last October, Ridley Scott promised us a longer and more complete version of his filmNapoleonfor Apple TV+. The director ofGladiatoreven announced thatthis Director's Cut version would last 4h10, eitheralmost 2 hours longer than the cinema version.
Clarification: a director's cut version is a version of a film which reflects the original vision of the director,without the cuts imposed by the studios.
Fans were impatient to discover these new scenes, in particular those devoted to the life of Joséphine before her meeting with the Emperor. Today, it’s done… or almost.
An XXL version for Apple subscribers
As expected, Apple TV+ has just gone liveNapoléon: The Director’s Cut. This extended version ultimately lasts 3h26, or 48 minutes longer than the original. Something to delight history lovers and enthusiasts of the life of Bonaparte.
According to Apple, this version offers48 minutes of never-before-seen footage.We discover new elements on the career of this general who became emperor. Ridley Scott had promised to further explore the complex relationship between Napoleon and Joséphine.
The French will have to wait
Unfortunately, not all Apple TV+ subscribers are in the same boat.In France,Napoléon: The Director’s Cutis not available on the platform.In question? The famous media timeline.
This system regulates the distribution of films after their theatrical release. ForNapoleon, you will have to wait until April 2025 at best to see it on Apple TV+. A disappointment for French fans, who have to be content with the cinema version.
However, we can hope that Apple negotiates an early release. As a reminder, Napoleon continues to shine: the film received 13 Oscar nominations, including 10 for Ridley Scott's version. A record for Apple TV+ which proves thatthe Cupertino giant has become a major player in the 7th art.
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