Viva la anti-feminism!

French sexual politics may not resonate with American sensibilities

A final big 'twist,' which should be no surprise..., sets everything to right again, a case of French marital therapy by way of the Red Shoe Diaries.

The film's considerable eroticism is all in the atmosphere and the dialogue.

Deals with the impleasantries of sexual behavior without submitting to the level of cheap softcore theatrics.

Worth a look, especially if you appreciate the very particular and sometimes peculiar charms of contemporary French cinema.

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The performances are better than the material deserves, but, even so, there's often no tangible friction between the female leads.

As a rather naughty slice of erotica it works brilliantly, with Ardant and Béart making a fascinating partnership.