Gigola (2010)

Audio Language: français

A colorful, lush, pulpy flick, Gigola (released in 2010 in Europe) is a sensuous dive into the 1960s underground lesbian scene of Paris, by way of cabaret and high camp. It’s beautifully crafted in every way, often confusing, and incredibly sexy. Director Laure Charpentier has adapted Gigola from her own novels, with an attention to detail and love for the characters that oozes from every scene.

In the first moments of the film, we watch Georgine (Lou Doillon)’s initiation into the lesbian underground, as her lover (and school headmistress) cuts her hair short and teaches her a thing or two about forbidden love. Immediately after, we watch a slightly older Georgine (now Gigola) say goodbye to her medical school classmates and take off from the straight and narrow path. Her lover has taken her own life, and Gigola is ready for a change.

If you have a thing for all things 1960s and oh-so-French, or you fancy a romp through the fantasy life of a hyper-empowered, ultra-stylish proto sex worker, or if you simply like to look at attractive, gender-bending ladies in suits, Gigola was made to order for you. It doesn’t always make a ton of sense, but it’s one hell of an enjoyable ride regardless. Review by Afterellen.com

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