Catherine Breillat Book order

July 13, 1948

Catherine Breillat is celebrated for films that delve into sexuality, intimacy, gender conflict, and sibling rivalry. Her work is often marked by explicit depictions of sexuality and violence, sparking controversy while earning her recognition within the New French Extremity movement. Breillat shares a similar approach to depicting sexuality on screen with filmmakers like David Cronenberg. Beyond directing, she is also a novelist whose books have become bestsellers, and she has documented personal experiences of fraud in her writing.

2008
Pornocracy
136 pages
5 hours of reading
3.7(121)Add rating
Exploring the intricate interplay of sexuality, desire, and shame, the novel delves into the experiences of a woman at a gay disco who engages a man in a ritualistic game over three evenings. As they navigate the harsh realities of sexual brutality, their interactions reveal both raw sexuality and profound philosophical insights. This literary debut in America by filmmaker Catherine Breillat showcases her unique poetic vision, complementing her renowned films and offering a deeper understanding of her artistic exploration of the erotic and the criminal.

Pornocracy