The Queen of Versailles

The Queen of Versailles is a documentary film that follows the rags-to-riches story of billionaires Jackie and David Siegel as they build their private residence, inspired by the Palace of Versailles, but brought down by the economic crisis. The film depicts the impact of this turn of fortune over two years, revealing the flaws and virtues of their American dream through a riveting portrayal fraught with delusion, denial, and self-effacing humor.