Alice Taglioni, Arthur Jugnot, Gregori Baquet

This drama directed by Robert Salis and inspired by playwright Jean-Marie Besset examines how class, race and social standing still wield a mighty influence in modern-day France, most notably in the s...( read more  read more... )hark-infested waters of private school. The affluent Paul (Gregori Baquet) becomes the center of controversy when he acknowledges an attraction to a poor Arab man (Salim Kechiouche). The ramifications are shocking and, ultimately, life-changing.

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Unrated, 110 min.

Directed by: Robert Salis

Release Date: June 6, 2004

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DVD Release Date: November 9, 2004

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  • August 25, 2009
    Ooh my goodness pornnnnnnnnn! Or heavy romance.. Ah! I don't get this movie lol...
  • April 23, 2008
    Didn't like it that much.
  • April 21, 2008
    Reminded me of THE DREAMERS (which I really didnt care for, all hype) so much that I thought MPitt would pop up in a scene sooner or later LOL. Disappointing for a French flick.
  • April 17, 2008
    Complicated, but simple movie. Drags you into the plot. nicely done - caught me.
  • January 7, 2008
    This was a decent film. I enjoy the inhibitions of the french with nudity and sex. At times I felt the characters were a little inconsistent, but there was plenty of visual stimulation to make up for that. If you are not comfortable with male gay sexual scenes then this is not...( read more) the movie for you. However, I think it captures the complexity of the heart and coming to terms with sexual orientation quite well. Not to mention a pretty steamy locker room shower scene that I fully appreciated.
  • October 29, 2007
    Nude scenes, for adults only :D
  • April 2, 2007
    This european film is not for everyone, it deals with sexual experimentation, and relations.
  • April 2, 2007
    This was a very artistic film, and because of that parts of the movie leave you a bit confused.
  • December 16, 2006
    That is an abundance of very pale flesh. It's an interesting premise. Reminds me of KM.0 for some reason.
  • December 8, 2006
    A poor excuse for voyeurism. Has the longest naked shower scene outside of porn!

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