Visitors to the Petit Trianon this week can walk through a display that recreates the lavish sets and costumes of Sofia Coppola’s 2006 film “Marie Antoinette.” The exhibition, which runs until Jan. 24, showcases sketches, fabric swatches and behind‑the‑scenes photographs that detail the production’s design process.
Celebrating a two‑decade legacy
Twenty years after the film premiered, the Palace of Versailles has opened its grounds to honor the movie’s interpretation of the French queen. Curators say the show highlights how Coppola blended historical research with contemporary aesthetics to portray the young monarch.
Public and scholarly response
Officials from the Versailles Museum noted the exhibit draws both cinema fans and historians, offering insight into the collaborative work of costume designers, set decorators and the director. French cultural minister Jean‑Michel Blanquer said the display underscores the enduring fascination with the Ancien Régime and its representation in modern media.
Tickets are available through the official Versailles website, and guided tours will include commentary on specific artifacts used in the film. The exhibition aims to attract a diverse audience before closing on Jan. 24, marking the anniversary of the movie’s release.