I say that this is without a doubt, the boldest film of the 21st century. A tragedy dressed as an erotic drama. Breillat examines sexuality unlike any other in this film and I applaud her for that. It’s probably the reason why it has become one of my top favorites of all time. Nothing is hidden in this film, everything is in plain sight for us to see. Hence why most viewers (voyeurs) of the film left appalled by what…

He took several deep breaths

For his heart was beating madly

What cord would bind him

A bit of music, a ribbon raving

How should he be decorated

A pair of clever wings fashioned in gold

In an ancient garment

Or the remnants of a child's coat

Dissolving in a vat of tears

He studied himself

He had, in his perversity, welcomed such lamenting

For he was feverish in the tears of anyone - of the adoring - cooled him…