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Iliana Zabeth, born sometime between 1774 and a few years before the French Revolution, was raised amidst the political turmoil of Potsdam and Berlin. She was known for her involvement with prominent libertines such as Madame de Dumeval, the Duke of Tesis, and the Duke of Wand, who sought to export their philosophy of enlightenment and free thought to Germany. Despite the prevailing atmosphere of hypocrisy and false virtue in the courts of Louis XVI, they aimed to find a safe haven for their activities.
About the Movie: L'Apollonide (Souvenirs de la maison close) (2011)
Alternative Title: L'Apollonide - Os Amores da Casa de Tolerância, House of Tolerance, Haus der Sünde, Casa de tolerancia, Oikos anohis, Bordélyház, Apollonide. Zza okien domu publicznego, Apollonide - Memórias de Um Bordel, House of Pleasures
Director: Bertrand Bonello
Writer: Bertrand Bonello
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Producer(s): Producer: Bertrand Bonello, Kristina Larsen
Companies: ARTE France Cinéma, Les Films du Lendemain, My New Picture
Genre: Drama
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Keywords
Keywords: paris, france, brothel, eroticism, sexual fantasy, sexual humiliation, prostitution, sexual desire, sexual favor, sexual exploration, sexual experimentation, sexual relationship, sexual attitudes, sexual discovery, sexual education
Story
Set in an elegant early-20th-century Parisian brothel, 'L'Apollonide' follows the lives of its inhabitants who are essentially owned by the madam. The women face various challenges such as debt due to expenses exceeding earnings, unwanted pregnancies, opium addiction, aging, and violent clients. Despite these hardships, there are moments of camaraderie, friendship, and affection among them. Some clients occasionally discuss marriage but it's unclear if any expectancies exist. The madam struggles with her landlord and seeks help from influential clients. The women enjoy a picnic one summer day and attend a wake together. On another occasion, they have an evening out wearing masks. The film concludes with a scene of contemporary Paris.
Summary
Directed by Bertrand Bonello in 2011, 'L'Apollonide' is a French drama that offers a glimpse into the lives of women working in a brothel during the early 20th century in Paris. The film explores themes of exploitation, camaraderie, and survival amidst challenging circumstances. It's a historical period piece that showcases societal norms of the time.