The Emperor of Paris

The story

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.

• #whimsical
• #criminal mastermind
• #historical figure
• #19th century
• #straightforward
• #historical fiction
• #antagonistic
• #escaped convict
• #curious
• #paris, france
• #based on true story
• #ambiguous