Sensual
Sensual

Sensual

1986Movie85 minTagalog

Written by Jose Javier Reyes. Produced by Regal Films. Starring Barbara Benitez, Lito Gruet, and Charito Solis. Opened on February 22, the first day of 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Fabrice CazeneuveGenres: Drama, Erotic

Plot Summary

The film follows the intense and complex relationship between a young woman and an older, married man. As their affair deepens, it uncovers layers of desire, obsession, and the psychological toll of clandestine love. The narrative explores the boundaries of intimacy and the often-painful consequences of crossing them.

Critical Reception

Sensual (1986) received a mixed reception, with critics often divided on its artistic merit and explicitness. While some praised its bold exploration of desire and the performances, particularly Sandrine Bonnaire's, others found it to be overly gratuitous or thematically underdeveloped. Audience reactions were similarly varied, with some appreciating its mature themes and others finding it challenging.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw depiction of forbidden desire.
  • Sandrine Bonnaire's performance is often highlighted as a strong point.
  • Criticized by some for its explicit nature and a perceived lack of narrative depth.

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Fun Fact

Sandrine Bonnaire, who plays the lead role, was only 18 years old when she starred in 'Sensual'.

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