Avoid learning about the plot and just trust that its a strong one full of cruel and intense sadomasicistic sex but redeemed by a moral compass and empathy for victims of traumatic loss. The depressing characters, the cold and brutal violence, the shockingly vulgar love scenes and random LOL moments are pure magic. It could've been too much or amounted to a very dark and disturbing piece of trash, but it this is a very entertaining art film that never misses a beat.
What fueled this perfectionism in Jess is the love for lead actress Lina Romay, his future life partner. Every shot of her is so intimate and caressing and could only come from someone who knows every inch of her and all her best sides. She is quite magnetic and plays the camera like a fine instrument. Take account that she is very young here and a very green actress. Franco found his most uninhibited and seriously bizarre star in her and she matches his soul exactly.
I'll keep this short because the less said the better. Find a copy and enjoy!
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