Question 1

What literary work is 'Delusions of Grandeur' a parody of?

Accepted Answer

The screenplay is a parody of Victor Hugo's play 'Ruy Blas', with Hugo thanked in the opening credits.

Question 2

Why was Don Sallust stripped of his duties and ordered to retire to a monastery?

Accepted Answer

The Queen accused him of having an illegitimate child with one of her maids of honor, leading to his dismissal.

Question 3

Which famous painting inspired some of the film's costumes?

Accepted Answer

The costumes are partly inspired by Diego Velasquez's painting 'Las Meninas'.

Question 4

How did Yves Montand end up playing the role of Blaze?

Accepted Answer

After Bourvil's death, Simone Signoret suggested her husband Yves Montand for the role, which was completely rewritten for him.

Question 5

Who plays the Bavarian princess who accuses Don Sallust?

Accepted Answer

Karin Schubert plays La Reine, the beautiful Bavarian princess who accuses Don Sallust.

Delusions of Grandeur

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