Feb. 10, 2021|United States|99 Min.|n/A
Genre: Drama;Romance
Description: Lust Life Love is a captivating love story set in the unconventional world of polyamory and sex parties in New York City. The film revolves around Veronica, a bisexual and polyamorous sex writer, who falls for Daniel, a monogamous aspiring chef. Their relationship forces Veronica to confront the identity she has built for herself and the intense emotions that threaten to unravel her. The movie explores the delicate balance between emotional attachment and sexual freedom, offering a narrative that delves into alternative relationships and polyamory through an unconventional female lead.
Set against the backdrop of the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements, Lust Life Love features a sexually empowered protagonist whose story is told through a uniquely female perspective. Inspired by the autobiographical sex and relationship columns written by Stephanie Sellars for New York Press over a decade ago, the film tackles once-taboo topics like polyamory, multiple partners, BDSM, gender, and sex as a form of self-expression. It’s not just a sex-positive film; it’s a thoughtful examination of modern relationships and the complexities they entail.
The story follows three central characters: Veronica, a woman who romanticizes her open lifestyle while maintaining control over her partners; Daniel, who evolves from being cautious and sensitive to embracing his desires with newfound boldness; and Maya, a yoga entrepreneur by day and hedonist by night, who thrives on pleasure and constantly pushes boundaries. Through their journeys, the film immerses viewers in a world of hedonistic parties and negotiated intimacy, offering an authentic glimpse into the polyamorous lifestyle.
With a diverse cast, real-life sex party locations, and a narrative rooted in personal experiences, Lust Life Love invites audiences to see the world through Veronica’s eyes for an hour and a half. It’s a bold, stylish exploration of contemporary relationships and the challenges of living authentically in a complex, ever-changing world.
Cast director: Stephanie Sellars
Cast actor: Jake Choi, Makeda Declet, Jeanna Han, Stephanie Sellars, Rolando Chusan, Victor Sho, Renee Erikson, Jacob Troy, Peter Daniel Straus, Pilar Witherspoon
Original name: Lust Life Love