The Mechanics of Women

Aug 23, 2000

1h 34m

★ 3.1

Overview

Based on a notorious novel by Louis Calaferte, this erotic drama concerns a man exploring the boundaries of female sexuality through a variety of sexual encounters with beautiful women he barely knows. La Mecanique des Femmes features copious male and female nudity as the nameless leading character discusses sex and sensuality with his predominantly female supporting cast.

Genres

Comedy

Drama

Production Companies

CNC

Cinéa

JLA Groupe

Mascaret Films

ZKO

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Cast

Rémi Martin

Christine Boisson

Fabienne Babe

Florence Loiret Caille

Tina Aumont

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