Initiation d'une jeune marquise
Initiation d'une jeune marquise

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Initiation d'une jeune marquise

1989
Movie
Adult · 18+
78 min
French

The Marquis and Marquise de Debaise seek to marry their daughter Angélique to a rich party which would save them from ruin. The husband, however, prefer the charms of the mother and the maids ...

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Philippe BonanGenres: Erotic, Drama

Plot Summary

A young marquise finds herself entangled in a web of desire and manipulation upon her entry into Parisian high society. She navigates societal expectations and her own burgeoning sexuality, facing trials and temptations that shape her understanding of love and power. The film explores themes of innocence lost and the corrupting influence of a decadent world.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for its sensationalist approach to erotica and a predictable plot. While some noted the performances of its cast, particularly Sophie Desmarets in her early role, it was generally seen as a low-brow entry in the erotic drama genre of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Panned for its weak plot and exploitative nature.

  • Noted for its explicit content rather than cinematic merit.

  • Performances were sometimes cited as a minor redeeming quality.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews is not readily available for this film, making it difficult to ascertain precise audience sentiment.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of French erotic dramas in the late 1980s and early 1990s, aiming for a niche audience interested in explicit content mixed with dramatic elements.

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