Young & Beautiful

Young & Beautiful

Year: 2014

Runtime: 95 min

Language: French

Director: François Ozon

Drama

This poignant drama centers on Isabelle, a seventeen-year-old who begins an unexpected romance during a vacation. As she explores a hidden reality and the boundaries of her innocence, a double life begins to unfold. The film offers a haunting and intimate look at youthful desire, self-discovery, and the challenges of navigating the transition into adulthood.

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1

Summer Vacation in France

Isabelle, a 17-year-old girl, is enjoying a summer vacation with her parents on the beautiful Mediterranean coast of France. Amidst the picturesque setting, she decides to take a bold step in her life by trying to lose her virginity to Felix, a cute German tourist.

Summer South of France
2

Disappointment after First Experience

After her intimate encounter with Felix, Isabelle is left feeling unsatisfied and questioning the experience. This moment marks a turning point in her perspective on relationships and intimacy.

After summer
3

Enter Prostitution

By autumn, dissatisfied with her personal life, Isabelle takes a drastic turn and starts working as a high-class prostitute under the alias Lea. This decision reflects her quest for independence and complicates her moral standing.

Autumn High-class hotels
4

Encounter with Georges

Among her clients is Georges, a 63-year-old man, whom Isabelle develops a fondness for. Their relationship, though transactional, brings a sense of connection, contrasting her previous experiences.

Autumn Hotel room
5

Tragic Death of Georges

While they are intimate, Georges suffers a sudden heart attack, leaving Isabelle in shock. In a desperate attempt, she tries to resuscitate him but ultimately leaves the scene, marking a significant moment of guilt in her life.

Autumn Hotel room
6

Police Involvement

As winter approaches, the police arrive at Isabelle's home to inform her mother, Sylvie, about her involvement in prostitution and Georges' death. This confrontation leads to a devastating emotional fallout between mother and daughter.

Winter Isabelle's home
7

Forced to Give a Statement

Isabelle is summoned to provide a statement to the police regarding her work as a prostitute and the circumstances surrounding Georges' death. Struggling with the weight of her choices, she recounts her experiences leading to her decision to enter prostitution.

Police station
8

Therapy Sessions

In the wake of the traumatic events, Sylvie takes Isabelle to see a therapist. During these sessions, Isabelle grapples with her guilt and the psychological impact of her actions, seeking to understand her feelings of shame and remorse.

Therapist's office
9

Quitting Prostitution

Isabelle eventually decides to quit prostitution, aiming to return to a more 'normal' teenage life. This decision signifies her desire to reclaim her identity and move past the trauma of her earlier choices.

10

Dating Alex

In spring, Isabelle meets Alex at a party, igniting a new romantic interest. However, despite the excitement and intimacy they share, Isabelle realizes she does not love him and ends the relationship.

Spring Party
11

Contact from Georges' Widow

Isabelle reactivates her phone and discovers messages from potential clients, including Georges' widow, Alice. Alice wishes to meet Isabelle and understand the circumstances of her husband's death, which introduces another layer of complexity to Isabelle's journey.

12

Meeting Alice

Alice arrives at the hotel to meet Isabelle, revealing her understanding and acceptance of Georges' lifestyle. Their meeting is emotionally charged yet compassionate, as Alice acknowledges her husband's heart condition and the beauty of his death.

Hotel room
13

An Unexpected Connection

In a profound moment of shared vulnerability, Alice asks Isabelle to lie with her on the bed where Georges died. This intimate request signifies a deep connection between the two women who both experienced loss in different ways.

Hotel room
14

Finding Peace

As the night passes, Isabelle, exhausted and emotional, falls asleep beside Alice. The next morning, she wakes up alone, having found a sense of peace that eluded her through her tumultuous journey.

The following morning Hotel room

Last Updated: May 12, 2025 at 07:04

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