Cette obscure tentation (short) (2011)
Release Year: 2011
Nation: N/A
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Renaud Ducoing
Writer: Renaud Ducoing
Production & Genre
Story
Mathilde, a paraplegic young woman, struggles with a dark morbid masochism, both physical and moral, as she imagines herself 'genetically racist.' Daily visits from François Amable, a physiotherapist from Réunion Island, offer Mathilde opportunities to express her disturbing beliefs.
Summary
Cette obscure tentation (short) is a dramatic exploration of the psychological torment faced by its protagonist, Mathilde. The short film delves into themes of self-loathing and masochism, as Mathilde's paraplegia serves as a catalyst for her dark introspections. Director Renaud Ducoing uses Mathilde's racist delusions and masochistic tendencies to examine the complex dynamics between pain and desire.
