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Soft Touch
Made-for-cable Playboy sex comedy about three friends and roommates, Carrie, Tracy and Ashley, who inherit "Insatiable," a luxurious yacht in the Florida Keys, from an uncle of one of them. However, there's an unpaid loan on the yacht and the shady loan agent wants the yacht for himself. The girls "just" need to pay 10,000 dollars each of the next four months to get it. Originally titled 'Birds in Paradise' and shown in four parts, these were re-edited into two R-rated VHS features: Soft Touch and Soft Touch II.
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Plot Summary
Nathalie, a fashion magazine editor, finds her life unexpectedly complicated when she falls for Antoine, a charming but somewhat unreliable photographer. Their budding romance is tested by Antoine's free-spirited nature and Nathalie's demanding career. The film explores the challenges and joys of finding love amidst the pressures of modern life.
Critical Reception
Soft Touch received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. While some critics praised its lighthearted tone and the chemistry between the leads, others found the plot to be somewhat predictable and underdeveloped. Audiences generally responded well to the romantic comedy elements and the performances of its lead actors.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming romantic leads and witty dialogue.
Criticized for a formulaic plot that offered few surprises.
Appreciated for its engaging portrayal of a modern Parisian romance.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's enjoyable romantic storyline and the strong performances, particularly from Catherine Deneuve. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more original, but the overall sentiment leans positive due to its lighthearted and charming nature.
Fun Fact
Catherine Deneuve and Christopher Lambert, who play the romantic leads, had not previously worked together before 'Soft Touch'.
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