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Sex Advice
An Italian documentary that questions the age old tradition of sex being a sin and being Catholic in Italy, and how the two go hand in hand. From the mid 1970s, it's a forgotten, but very accurate portrait of Italy at the time, capturing the most sensitive problems faced by Catholic women like prenuptial intercourse, open weddings, and homosexuality. Interlaced with real comments from priests, psychologists, sexologists and social workers, the film tells the story of the difficult path Italians had to walk to achieve sexual freedom.
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Plot Summary
A college professor, struggling with his own insecurities and marital problems, becomes infatuated with one of his students. He offers her 'sex advice,' which leads to a complicated and potentially destructive relationship. The film explores themes of infidelity, age-gap relationships, and the consequences of forbidden desires.
Critical Reception
Sex Advice was a relatively modest film that generated mixed to negative reviews upon its release. It was often criticized for its melodrama and somewhat contrived plot, though some performances, particularly by the lead actors, received faint praise. It did not achieve significant critical acclaim or widespread audience recognition.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for its sensationalized and melodramatic portrayal of a student-teacher relationship.
Some noted the acting performances as a slight positive, but the overall script was deemed weak.
Considered by many to be a forgettable entry in the genre of 1970s relationship dramas.
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Fun Fact
The film was one of Robert Culp's few starring roles in the mid-1970s outside of his popular television series 'I Spy' and 'The Greatest American Hero'.
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