Dangerous Liaisons: A Feminist Manifesto? (2021) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2021 · 52 mins · French

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Directed by

Priscilla Pizzato

Starring

Véronique Augereau, Elsa Lepoivre, Éric Génovèse, Mathieu Buscatto, Michel Delon, Cécile Guilbert

Known for its exploration of seduction and revenge, this novel by Choderlos de Laclos caused a scandal upon its publication in 1782. Despite the controversy, it became a top-seller and has since endured, inspiring adaptations across various eras and continents. It's considered a remarkable work that offers insight into the female condition, social dynamics, and the complexities of love, while also hinting at revolutionary themes and the power of words.