Servez-vous mesdames
Servez-vous mesdames

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Servez-vous mesdames

1973
Movie
85 min
French

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Director: Jean-François DavyGenres: Comedy, Erotica

Plot Summary

In this French erotic comedy, a young woman inherits a Parisian brothel and, with the help of her staff, works to keep it running successfully. The film follows her experiences as she navigates the world of sex work, encountering various clients and situations.

Critical Reception

While not widely critically acclaimed, 'Servez-vous mesdames' is known within its niche for its lighthearted approach to erotic themes and its portrayal of female agency in a controversial industry. It is considered a product of its time, reflecting a period of shifting sexual mores in cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its comedic elements and attempt at addressing adult themes with a lighter touch.

  • Seen as a typical example of French erotic cinema of the early 1970s.

  • Performance of Marie-Georges Pascal is often highlighted.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for featuring a young Alice Sapritch, who would later become a renowned actress in French cinema, in an early role.

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