Released in 1999, it was one of the first mainstream films to include explicit, non-simulated sexual acts. Critical Reception & Style Controversy:
Breillat wrote the script after a personal crisis following the birth of her first child. She has stated that the film is semi-autobiographical, reflecting her own feelings of alienation within a “loving but sexless” relationship. Romance 1999 Film Wiki
The film culminates with Marie returning to Paul, who has become interested in her only after she has been with other men. A violent, tragic act follows, which Marie describes as a final, perverse form of intimacy. Released in 1999, it was one of the
Stars Caroline Ducey as Marie, Sagamore Stévenin as Paul, Rocco Siffredi as Paolo, and François Berléand as Robert. Released in 1999