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Romance

1999Movie1 h 39 min

DramaRomance
49
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2Metacritic495.1Rotten Tomatoes49%45%

An explicitly sexual, bleak drama movie about the mind and everyday modern life.

Good for thought-provoking · adults · partner watch

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood · you're watching with family

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Not for warmth, laughs or comfort.

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Story

Love is desolate. Romance is temporary. Sex is forever.

Frustrated by the lack of intimacy in her relationship, a young schoolteacher goes through a series of intimidating and often violent sexual partners.

Feels like

  • Explicit Erotic Drama
  • Psychological Exploration
  • Sexual Liberation
  • Controversial Themes
  • Female Perspective
  • Dark & Provocative
  • Existential Anguish
  • Art House Cinema
  • Relationship Dynamics

Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by
Catherine Breillat
Written by
Catherine Breillat
Produced by
Jean-François Lepetit
Music by
Raphaël Tidas, DJ Valentin

Everyone

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Facts

April 14, 1999 · 1 h 39 min · Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery

Released
April 14, 1999
Runtime
1 h 39 min
Content
Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
French
Also spoken
English
Made in
France
Budget
$3 million
Box office
$4 million
Available in
20 countries

Tropes

All Women Are Lustful, Ambiguously Gay, Brains and Bondage +5

  • All Women Are Lustful
  • Ambiguously Gay
  • Brains and Bondage
  • Disproportionate Retribution
  • Euroshlock
  • Fan Disservice
  • The Loins Sleep Tonight
  • Speech-Bubble Censoring

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Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Romance?"

Questions about Romance

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Romance?

KanopyMetrographTubi TV

In the United States, Romance streams on Metrograph, and it is free with ads on Kanopy and Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. It also streams in 7 other countries.

Is Romance worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49 (IMDb 5.2, Rotten Tomatoes 49%, and Metacritic 49).

Is Romance good for date night?

Partner WatchAdultsSolo Watch

It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 5 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Will I feel good after watching Romance?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 7 for melancholy, against 1 for hopefulness.

Is Romance in English?

FrenchEnglish

No, it was made in French, with some English.