I prefer to make a film about something which is more unpredictable. It is something which is common, which is close.
One day in Copenhagen, I met a French producer, Marianne, who said to me, “I would like to make a film about students and prostitution at universities, and I’m searching for a director who is not French, somebody who has a different view, a different perspective on France.” I said to myself, it’s a great combination because I wanted to make a film about sexuality and the issue about student prostitution. But I didn’t have a real platform to jump to make this film. MS: I had in my mind the idea to make a film about women’s sexuality. Indira Cesarine: What was your inspiration behind making Elles?
Interview of Malgoska Szumowska and Joanna Kulig Considered to be one of the most daring screen performances by Juliette Binoche to date, the film is an absolute must see. Based on real interviews with modern day student prostitutes, the film provokes, entices and enthralls. The film delves into the dark side of sexuality and self-inquiry, as sacred questions regarding money, sex, family and identity are questioned. Alicja, played by the stunning Polish actress, Joanna Kulig, and Charlotte played by French actress Anais Demoustier, give intimate and highly realistic portrayals of these women who moonlight from their studies as sex workers. As the story progresses, she develops intimate friendships with the students she interviews.
The sophisticated Parisian and mother of two encounters what is for her an unraveling experience, as she delves into the underworld of these girls lives, and their stories about their experiences with clients. The film premiered in New York at the Tribeca Film Festival, and was released in cinemas on April 27 th.Įlles presents the story of female student prostitution through the eyes of a journalist, Anne, played by Juliette Binoche, who interviews the girls for an article for Elle Magazine. The Untitled Magazine got a chance to meet up with the director of Elles, Malgoska Szumowska, and lead actress, Joanna Kulig, who plays opposite Julliette Binoche, to talk about this brilliantly brave and controversial new movie.
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