The film's thin narrative is catalyzed by an incident involving the youngest son, Romain (Mathias Melloul), an 18-year-old virgin who is caught filming himself masturbating during a biology class. Rather than responding with traditional discipline or shame, his mother, Claire (Valérie Maës), uses the event as a springboard to foster a "new age of sexual openness" within the family.
: Explores his bisexuality and shares a girlfriend with a friend. The film's thin narrative is catalyzed by an
The story follows Claire as she investigates the sexual desires and behaviors of three generations: Romain (Mathias Melloul)
: Discloses his ongoing relationship with a prostitute following his wife's death. Claire (Valérie Maës)
: Navigates his own angst and eventual first romance as he seeks to end his "involuntary chastity". Thematic Elements and Reception
The film's thin narrative is catalyzed by an incident involving the youngest son, Romain (Mathias Melloul), an 18-year-old virgin who is caught filming himself masturbating during a biology class. Rather than responding with traditional discipline or shame, his mother, Claire (Valérie Maës), uses the event as a springboard to foster a "new age of sexual openness" within the family.
: Explores his bisexuality and shares a girlfriend with a friend.
The story follows Claire as she investigates the sexual desires and behaviors of three generations:
: Discloses his ongoing relationship with a prostitute following his wife's death.
: Navigates his own angst and eventual first romance as he seeks to end his "involuntary chastity". Thematic Elements and Reception