About this movie
L’Étreinte (1969) is a sharp, provocative Franco-Belgian psychological drama that masterfully subverts power dynamics through an erotic lens. Heavily inspired by The Story of O, the film tracks Gisèle, an innocent runaway who becomes a housemaid—and subsequent sex slave—to Michel, a wealthy playboy. What begins as a classic tale of bourgeois exploitation takes a radical turn when a visiting friend awakens Gisèle to her own alienation. In a striking third-act shift, the film flips the master-servant dynamic, leaving the oppressor completely subjugated by his former victim..
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Quick facts
Year
1969
Runtime
1h 43m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 4.2/10
Votes
12
Genre
Adventure, Drama, Romance
Director
Language
FR
Cast
bondage
sexual awakening
erotic movie
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Questions about L'etreinte
How long is L'etreinte?
L'etreinte has a runtime of 1h 43m (1 hour and 43 minutes).
Who directed L'etreinte?
L'etreinte was directed by Pierre Drouot and released in 1969.
What genre is L'etreinte?
L'etreinte is a Adventure, Drama, Romance film (1969).
Who stars in L'etreinte?
The cast of L'etreinte includes Nathalie Vernier, Daniel Vigo, Laetitia Sorel, Oscar Delmart, Bernard Graczyk.
What is the TMDB rating for L'etreinte?
L'etreinte has a TMDB rating of 4.2/10 based on 12 votes.
