Desires
Desires

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Desires

2007
Movie
Adult · 18+
86 min
English

Each of us has a fantasy. Something we secretly think about.Join us in a titillating exploration of the most private experience of all, our inner desires. Three couples share their most intimate fantasies as they explore swinging, threesomes, anonymous sexual interludes and orgies. Everything is explored and nothing is too taboo in this visual celebration of sex and desire.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Alex de la IglesiaGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling actor, desperate for a role in a major film, finds himself entangled in a series of bizarre and increasingly dangerous situations. As he navigates the cutthroat world of Spanish cinema, he must confront his own ambitions and the dark underbelly of fame. His pursuit of success leads him down a path where reality and illusion blur, testing his sanity and his relationships.

Critical Reception

Desires was met with a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its dark humor and ambitious narrative, while some found its pacing uneven. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its unconventional style and others put off by its bleak themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, often cynical wit and distinctive visual style.

  • Noted for its compelling performances, particularly from its lead actors.

  • Some critics found the film's tonal shifts and narrative threads occasionally disjointed.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available for this film. Early commentary suggested a divisive response, with some appreciating the unique storytelling and others finding the film too dark or complex.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a larger project by Alex de la Iglesia exploring different facets of human desire, though it stands as a standalone feature.

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