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On prend la pilule et on s'éclate
Working in the small business of Hubert and Michel is a real pleasure. Moreover, the female staff put theirs. Sounds the hour of the weekend. Hubert announces to Michel that he is going on a business trip to Paris but stops at the Auberge du Blé d'Or, in the company of his mistress. His wife goes down there too, to Michel's arm. Then his son, in the company of the two employees employed by the tandem. All this little world bunoles without being aware of the explosive nature of the situation, until the moment when Hubert's servant, the usual companion of the erotic games of the son, called to the rescue by the father, arrives on his little solex ...
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Plot Summary
A group of friends decide to experiment with a new drug that promises to heighten sexual pleasure. What follows is a series of comedic and often absurd encounters as they navigate the effects of the pill. The film explores themes of desire, liberation, and the unexpected consequences of seeking ultimate pleasure.
Critical Reception
This French erotic comedy from the 1980s is generally considered a niche film, appealing to audiences interested in the genre and era. Critically, it often receives mixed to negative reviews, with some acknowledging its lighthearted, albeit crude, humor and others criticizing its simplistic plot and unrefined execution.
What Reviewers Say
Humorous, if somewhat juvenile, exploration of sexual liberation.
Relies heavily on slapstick and risqué situations for its comedic effect.
A product of its time, offering a glimpse into 80s French erotic comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception for this film is largely uncatalogued on major platforms. Those who have seen it often comment on its dated humor and explicit content, with opinions varying widely depending on individual taste for the genre.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of French erotic comedies in the 1980s that often prioritized playful, suggestive themes over deep narrative complexity.
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