The Emperor of Paris (2018)
Paris, France, early 19th century. The legendary convict François Vidocq lives in disguise trying to escape from a tragic past that torments him. When, after an unfortunate event, he crosses paths with the police chief, he makes a bold decision that will turn the ruthless mastermind of the Parisian underworld against him. paris, france, based on true story, historical figure, escaped convict, historical fiction, criminal underworld, criminal mastermind, napoleonic wars, 19th century, reformed criminal, toulon, france