Love, desire and complications…|Sep. 14, 2011|France|103 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Drama;Romance;Western
Description: Set in Cherbourg, France, against the backdrop of a nationwide economic crisis, the lives of several individuals are dramatically altered after they encounter Cecile, a woman who embodies desire. Cecile, a 20-year-old grieving the recent loss of her father, seeks to bury her sorrow through a series of sexual relationships with both familiar and unfamiliar partners. Her boyfriend, Chance, is a small-time criminal who loves her deeply but struggles to fulfill her relentless physical desires. Matt, an auto mechanic and friend of Chance, faces his own struggles as his girlfriend, Alice, refuses intimacy with him. Cecile also offers advice to her friends on the art of pleasure, guiding them on how to satisfy their partners. Despite her numerous encounters with Chance, Matt, and even Alice, Cecile remains unable to find inner peace. Eventually, she discovers an alternative path to healing. The film features strong performances from its young cast. Deborah Révy, in the lead role, portrays Cecile with a provocative and natural demeanor, making her character compelling even if the storyline feels contrived. Hélène Zimmer, playing a shy young woman hesitant to engage in her first sexual experience, delivers a touching and convincing performance. While the movie explores explicit themes of physical love, it often feels as though the sexual scenes exist for their own sake rather than advancing the plot, leaving viewers with a sense of discomfort akin to voyeurism. The women are undeniably attractive, and the film boasts striking artistic visuals. Its complex narrative may require multiple viewings to fully grasp, making it a piece worth revisiting.
Cast director: Laurent Bouhnik
Cast actor: Déborah Révy, Hélène Zimmer, Gowan Didi, Johnny Amaro, Johan Libéreau, Jean-François Gallotte, Brice Fournier, Christelle Benoit, Patrick Hauthier, Léticia Belliccini
Original name: Q