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Paris/Sexy
Greer is a girl on the cusp of womanhood. Like some curious fabled creature she lives in a remote, rundown woodland farmhouse with her Dad, Ivan, a former gamekeeper whose mind has been ravaged by chronic mental illness. Father and daughter are suspected and ostracized by the nearby village. Greer spends her working days tending to elderly, failing residents of the local care-home and the rest of her time looking after her dad. But despite her loving devotion to Ivan, Greer imagines life beyond the narrow confines of her own and is troubled by the heavy burden she bears. Greer romanticises about a life lived in colour. The impossibly glamorous Francoise and Seamus crash into the care-home to visit his mother. Greer is entranced. They seem to epitomize everything she's dreamt of: beauty, success, sophistication and access to the world in all its glory. She attaches herself to them, flattered by their awareness of her and enraptured by the atmosphere of decadence they inhabit.
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Plot Summary
This film delves into the complexities of relationships and desire within the vibrant backdrop of Paris. It follows individuals navigating their romantic entanglements, exploring themes of passion, intimacy, and the search for connection in a modern urban setting. The narrative weaves through the lives of several characters whose paths cross, revealing their vulnerabilities and aspirations.
Critical Reception
Paris/Sexy received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its atmospheric portrayal of Paris and the performances of its lead actors. However, some found the plot to be somewhat meandering, while others appreciated its raw and intimate exploration of human relationships.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its evocative depiction of Parisian life and mood.
Appreciated for its intimate and sometimes daring exploration of sexuality and relationships.
Criticized by some for a lack of narrative focus or a tendency towards melodrama.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Christophe Lamotte, also stars in the film, playing a significant role in the narrative.
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