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La svergognata
In this movie a writer comes to stay at an island resort and gets involved with a teenage lolita who is there with her parents and rather malicious best friend. She teases the older man mercilessly--going to a hotel and dancing with him naked and then suddenly getting dressed and running off to a party with a young American guy. But it's not so much because she is malicious, but because she is really an insecure virgin. Finally, he gives up on her after his beautiful wife (Barbara Bouchet) shows up. But the younger woman becomes jealous and is not going to give up so easily. . .
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Plot Summary
A young woman, bored with her conventional life, embarks on a journey of sexual liberation and self-discovery. She encounters various individuals who challenge her perceptions of love, desire, and societal norms. The film explores her passionate relationships and her growing confidence as she embraces her own desires.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, often being categorized as a typical erotic drama of its era. While some acknowledged its attempts at exploring themes of female sexuality, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking depth. Audiences, particularly those drawn to the genre, showed more interest.
What Reviewers Say
Often dismissed as exploitative, but noted for its exploration of female desire.
A product of its time, featuring common tropes of erotic cinema.
Edwige Fenech's performance was occasionally highlighted as a standout element.
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Fun Fact
Edwige Fenech, a prominent star of Italian erotic comedies and dramas, was a major draw for audiences interested in this genre during the 1970s.
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