Paris Porno
Paris Porno

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Paris Porno

1976
Movie
Adult · 18+
72 min
English

A couple from the French countryside/provinces visit their country's capital city. A guide leads them to Paris' seedy side such as sex shops, adults-only cinemas, live-sex-show clubs, etc.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Jean-François DavyGenres: Erotic, Comedy

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a Parisian brothel and finds herself navigating the complex world of sex work and its clientele. She encounters a variety of characters, from artists and intellectuals to businessmen, as she learns to manage the establishment and her own desires. The film explores themes of freedom, exploitation, and the search for love within a decadent Parisian setting.

Critical Reception

The film was a commercial success in France, capitalizing on the era's interest in erotic cinema. Critically, it received mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for its thin plot and reliance on explicit content over substance, though some acknowledged its attempts at social commentary within the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unapologetic exploration of sexuality.

  • Criticized for its shallow narrative and gratuitous nudity.

  • Seen as a product of its time, reflecting changing societal attitudes towards sex.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely absent from public records, but its genre suggests it was a niche film appreciated by fans of 70s European erotic cinema.

Fun Fact

The film features uncredited cameos from several prominent French cultural figures of the time, including singer Serge Gainsbourg and actor Gérard Depardieu, adding a layer of notoriety to its production.

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