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A complex family drama unfolds when a devoted mother discovers her son's clandestine affair with an older woman, who happens to be her own mistress. The ensuing emotional turmoil exposes long-held secrets and deeply ingrained resentments within the household. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the destructive nature of obsession.

Les Parents terribles was critically acclaimed for its sharp dialogue, intense performances, and Cocteau's masterful direction. It was lauded for its daring exploration of taboo subjects and its theatrical, yet cinematic, presentation. The film is considered a significant work in Cocteau's filmography and a classic of French cinema.

• Praised for its witty and provocative dialogue.

• Lauded for its intense psychological drama and theatrical staging.

• Celebrated as a daring exploration of complex family relationships and hidden desires.

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Nominated for the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.

The film is an adaptation of Jean Cocteau's own highly successful 1938 stage play of the same name, which itself caused considerable controversy upon its premiere.