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The Gigolo
Agathe Perrin, a wealthy widow in her forties, lives with her ailing father in an estate on the shores of Lac du Bourget, not far from Aix-les-Bains. For the past four years, she has been involved in an affair with a twenty-four-year-old artist, Jackie, that is beginning to weigh heavily on her. The frequent visits of a brilliant Aix doctor to the sick old man's bedside have distracted Agathe from her very young lover. She'd like to send him away, but he clings to her desperately, and we witness the drama of this break-up, both feared and rejected by Agathe. Blinded by jealousy, Jackie decides to leave, but not without behaving like a spoiled, insolent child.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck musician, down on his luck and desperate for money, turns to gigolo work to support himself and his girlfriend. He finds himself entangled with dangerous people and moral compromises as he navigates the seedy underworld.
Critical Reception
The film received largely negative reviews upon its release, with critics citing its weak plot, poor acting, and exploitative themes. It is often considered a B-movie with little artistic merit, though it has gained some cult status over the years for its sheer audacity.
What Reviewers Say
Critics found the film's narrative to be predictable and uninspired.
The performances were generally considered wooden and unconvincing.
The movie's subject matter and execution were deemed sensationalistic and exploitative.
Google audience: Audience reception is scarce for this obscure film, with limited available data making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was directed by actor John Derek, who also starred in and directed other low-budget films with erotic themes.
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