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Disturbed by rumors about his penchant for orgies and lusty exploits, the notary and village pervert attempts to take a bride in this erotic drama inspired by a true story. But while local beauty Evelyne is undoubtedly attracted to her suitor's fortune, her Sapphic lover bitterly opposes the union. A scintillating study of post-1968 morals and a unique glimpse into life in a typical country village, director Jean-Marie Pallardy's controversial film was the source of heated debate when originally released into French back in 1972.