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Savage Nights
Jean is young, gay, and promiscuous. Only after he meets one or two women, including Laura, does he come to realize his bisexuality. Jean has to overcome a personal crisis and a tough choice between Laura and his male lover Samy.
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Plot Summary
Jean is a bisexual former prostitute who is diagnosed with HIV. He becomes romantically involved with a young woman named Laura and also with a younger man named Serge. Jean struggles with his illness and his complex relationships, all while navigating the vibrant and often harsh Parisian underground scene.
Critical Reception
Savage Nights was critically acclaimed for its raw portrayal of sexuality, illness, and the complexities of human relationships. It was praised for its bold direction and the performances of its cast, particularly Romain Duris in his breakout role.
What Reviewers Say
A raw and unflinching look at love, loss, and life with HIV.
Features a powerful and magnetic performance from Romain Duris.
Explores themes of bisexuality and societal marginalization with intensity.
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Awards & Accolades
Won the César Award for Best First Feature Film and Best Actor for Romain Duris.
Fun Fact
Director Cyril Collard died of AIDS only a few days before the film's release, making it his posthumous debut.
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