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Dangerous Liaisons 1988

“Lust. Seduction. Revenge. The game as you've never seen it played before.”

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What is Dangerous Liaisons?

Dangerous Liaisons is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Drama, Romance.

Type
Film
Year
1988
Status
Released
Runtime
119 minutes
Release date
Dec 21, 1988
Studios
Lorimar Film Entertainment, NFH Films, Warner Bros. Pictures
Genres
Drama, Romance
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Dangerous Liaisons is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Drama, Romance. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.

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“A daring game of seduction spirals out of control in aristocratic France.”

Reasons to watch
  • Elegant 18th‑century setting
  • Intricate power play between characters
  • Sharp, witty dialogue
Keep in mind
  • Complex manipulations may be confusing for casual viewers

Watch it if you appreciate sophisticated tales of intrigue and romance in a historical context.

The film features mature themes of seduction and betrayal, making it appropriate for adult audiences.

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When and where does the story take place?

The narrative is set in 18th‑century France.

Who are the primary characters?

The story centers on Marquise de Merteuil, Vicomte de Valmont, and the woman destined to marry another of Merteuil’s former lovers.

What incites the main conflict?

Merteuil asks Valmont to seduce the future wife of another ex‑lover in exchange for a night together.

Does the plan succeed?

The scheme does not unfold as Merteuil and Valmont anticipate.

What tone does the film maintain?

It maintains a sophisticated, manipulative, and romantic tone throughout.