For those without a particular interest in the subject matter, the movie is deserving of perhaps a 6.5/10.
On the other hand it is exceptional with regards to it's treatment of S&M within the context of a genuinely loving relationship. Just about every aspect of dynamic touched upon within the film will ring true, or at the very least be recognizable to anyone that has more than a passing familiarity with BDSM.
Easily the best non-documentary film treatment of the subject to date, and I've seen many.
Not as entertaining or clever as The Secretary, but absolutely more genuine and reflective of kink in the real world overall.
On the other hand it is exceptional with regards to it's treatment of S&M within the context of a genuinely loving relationship. Just about every aspect of dynamic touched upon within the film will ring true, or at the very least be recognizable to anyone that has more than a passing familiarity with BDSM.
Easily the best non-documentary film treatment of the subject to date, and I've seen many.
Not as entertaining or clever as The Secretary, but absolutely more genuine and reflective of kink in the real world overall.