Elle. 2015. Directed by Paul Verhoeven

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Elle. 2015. France. Directed by Paul Verhoeven. Courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics

Elle. 2015. France. Directed by Paul Verhoeven. In French; English subtitles. 130 min.

“Isabelle Huppert stars in the daring new film from perennial provocateur Paul Verhoeven, about a high-powered businesswoman whose brutal sexual assault elicits both erotic fantasies and dreams of revenge. Undeterred by themes of brutality, malice, and humiliation, Paul Verhoeven tells controversial stories. His films are sensational, upsetting, and fiercely intelligent. Be forewarned that Elle may disturb—but know that you are in the hands of a master. Based on Philippe Djian's acclaimed novel Oh..., Verhoeven's first French-language film may be his greatest achievement yet. It plays like an object lesson in suspense and thematic density. Not a moment is wasted, not a word or glance is without consequence. Subplots develop in tandem, only gradually revealing their subtle links with the central narrative thread. And they all converge on Michèle, one of the most powerful and fearless creations of Huppert's stunning career” (Toronto Film Festival). Courtesy of Sony Pictures Classics.

This film accompanies The Contenders 2016.

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