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Mauvais garçon
Thomas, a specialist at breaking and entering, gets out of jail after nine months and finds another man in bed with his girl. In the next 24 hours, he seduces one woman, steals her bracelet, and gives it to another in exchange for felatio. Soon after, he sets eyes on Léa; at first she's just another challenge. She dismisses him, but he's persistent. Finally she decides to love him, but warns him that she's hard to get but harder to get rid of. When he does decide to leave her, she is devastated, but so, it appears, is he, and back he comes. Now all seems wonderful, but his past, in the form of the woman whose bracelet he stole, comes back to haunt him. How will Léa handle it?
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Plot Summary
In this coming-of-age drama, a young man navigates the complexities of his sexual identity and relationships during a summer in Paris. He finds himself drawn to both a girl and another boy, leading to confusion and emotional turmoil.
Critical Reception
Mauvais garçon was noted for its sensitive portrayal of adolescent sexuality and its exploration of burgeoning homosexual and heterosexual feelings. While not a mainstream blockbuster, it garnered attention within independent film circles for its honest and raw depiction of young love and self-discovery.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic exploration of teenage confusion and desire.
Appreciated for its naturalistic performances and intimate portrayal of relationships.
Seen as a tender and sometimes melancholic look at first love and sexual awakening.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's niche status, but those available often highlight its emotional resonance and relatable portrayal of adolescent struggles with identity and romance.
Fun Fact
The film marked one of the early screen appearances for Romain Duris, who would go on to become a prominent French actor.
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