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Release Year1965
Runtime1h 16m
LanguageFrench
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes8
DirectorJosé Bénazéraf
WritersJosé Bénazéraf
TypeFeature Film
Rating4.0 out of 10
Cast6 credited
Also Known AsSexus
About Sexus
A beautiful heiress is kidnapped and held hostage until her wealthy father comes up with a ransom. The heiress develops an attraction to one of her kidnappers, but another member of the gang tries to rape her, leading to a deadly triangle.
Directed by José Bénazéraf, Sexus leans on a strong ensemble — Willy Braque, Yves Duffaut, Annie Josse — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1965.
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