To Paint or Make Love
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| Directed by | Arnaud Larrieu, Jean-Marie Larrieu |
| Produced by | Philippe Martin |
| Written by | Arnaud Larrieu, Jean-Marie Larrieu |
| Starring | Sabine Azéma, Daniel Auteuil, Amira Casar |
| Distributed by | Pyramide Distribution |
| Release date(s) | 18 May 2005 (Cannes Film Festival) |
| Running time | 100 minutes |
| Country | France |
| Language | French |
To Paint or Make Love (French: Peindre ou faire l'amour) is a 2005 film directed by Arnaud Larrieu and Jean-Marie Larrieu.
The story is about a middle-aged couple, Madeleine and William who enjoy a comfortable, smooth life. They decide to buy a house in a scenic but isolated rural setting and this changes their lives forever. They come across a younger pair, Adam and Eva and the couples become attracted to each other. Their love results in an exploration of erotic desires and art in the idyllic French Alps region.
As this unexpected journey begins, Madeleine and William try to comprehend what is happening in their lives and the swinger's life-style that they have fallen into. After a time, they find that the sexual interactions are both interesting and addictive.
When Adam and Eva leave France, Madeleine and William start to become unsettled and decide to sell their home and join Adam and Eva on a Pacific island. The house-for-sale advertisement attracts some interested couples to a house inspection when another couple emerges. Madeleine and William invite them to stay for dinner, which turns into a romantic adventure as with Adam and Eva.
Suddenly, Madeleine and William understand that they need not go to the Pacific for the lifestyle as they can find romantic interactions in their current settings. The understanding between Madeleine and William is dramatic.
The film has excellent photography and lighting. One scene is filmed in conplete darkness when only voices are heard. The film is about sexual desire, but the director has refrained from making an obvious erotic film. The scenes are subtly played.
The film was nominated for the "Palme d'Or" award in 2005 Cannes Film Festival.[1]
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[edit] Main cast
- Sabine Azéma – Madeleine
- Daniel Auteuil – William
- Amira Casar – Eva
- Sergi López – Adam
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- ^ "Festival de Cannes: To Paint or Make Love". festival-cannes.com. http://www.festival-cannes.com/en/archives/ficheFilm/id/4284546/year/2005.html. Retrieved 2009-12-06.
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