Scandalous Photos
Scandalous Photos

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Scandalous Photos

1979
Movie
82 min
French

Juliette, an ex-prostitute whose two passions in life are men and money. When she isn't indulging in steamy sex sessions, Juliette and her lover Chris plan to blackmail young heiresses by photographing them in highly compromising situations, and their task is abetted when Juliette's sister Diana - who works as a high-class hooker - gives the couple a list of the daughters of wealthy businessmen who are looking for a bit of rough.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Arthur MarksGenres: Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disgraced detective, haunted by a past case, investigates a series of disturbing photographs that seem to link a series of murders. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy involving powerful figures and a dangerous underworld.

Critical Reception

This exploitation thriller received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its gritty atmosphere and suspenseful moments, while others found its plot convoluted and its violence excessive. Audiences were divided, with some drawn to its sensationalist themes and others put off by its explicit content.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark and sleazy tone.

  • Criticized for a confusing and overly violent narrative.

  • Seen as a typical, albeit somewhat effective, exploitation film of its era.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of gritty crime thrillers and exploitation films that emerged in the late 1970s, often pushing boundaries with their subject matter and graphic content.

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