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School of Flesh

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School of Flesh (1998)

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Reviews Counted: 16 Fresh: 11  Rotten:5 Average Rating: 5.8/10

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Runtime: 1 hr 41 mins

Synopsis: Don't be fooled by the soft-porn title, this film offers a tender, fresh interpretation of the archetypal May/December love story, focusing on the complexities and contradictions of the characters, and the quirky nature of relationships. An intense physical attraction makes lovers of... Don't be fooled by the soft-porn title, this film offers a tender, fresh interpretation of the archetypal May/December love story, focusing on the complexities and contradictions of the characters, and the quirky nature of relationships. An intense physical attraction makes lovers of Dominique, a poised, sophisticated career woman, and Quentin, a handsome, streetwise young hustler. She gives him shelter and nurturing, and he gives her youth, beauty, and excitement. But can their passion support the emotional weight of love? [More]

Genre: Foreign Films

Starring: Isabelle Huppert, Vincent Martinez, Daniele Dubroux, Marthe Keller, Vincent Lindon

Director: Benoit Jacquot

DVD Info

Release:

Jul 12, 1999

[DVD Details]

DVD Features:

  • Region 1
  • Keep Case
  • Widescreen - 2.35
  • Pan & Scan/Full Frame - 1.33
  • Stereo - French

Additional Release Materials:

  • Theatrical Trailer

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Completely believable and emotionally true from beginning to end.

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I can accept [Huppert's] obsession, but not her love, which makes the movie come off significantly different than it was probably intended.

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Christopher Null
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