Gigola

The leading actress, Louou Doillon, was born in the French movie industry. Despite the fact she looks absolutely devoid of talent.

Based on the long-censored novel by Laure charpentier and finally brought to the big screen and directed by the author as well. Lou Dillon stars as the titular character and she suited the role exquisitely.

Set in the early 60's, this film resembles a series of perfume commercials with the horsy-faced heroine always the centre of attention as she sweeps about in black evening dress, cane in hand as people constantly call out her name (which, inevitably, is also endlessly repeated in the title song).

I did record this movie on my home system but did not watch it for a long time. However I did last night and was quite amazed, and despite all I seem to know about myself I liked it.

Reviewed by Larry Gleeson. Gigola, directed by Laure Charpentier is a French film with subtitles set in the early 1960's Paris containing themes of adult sexuality and gender issues.