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Bliss (1997)

Bliss poster
Directed by
Lance Young
Genre
drama film
Country
United States
Runtime
1h 43m
Rated
R
Rating
6.4 of 10 from 94 voters
Elsewhere
IMDb

How it feels

This film follows a young married couple working through problems in their sex life. It explores tantric sex as a way to heal their relationship.

intimatecontemplativeemotionalslow-burnsensualclinicalprobingunderstated

What happens

Bliss is a 1997 American erotic drama film written and directed by Lance Young, in his film debut. It stars Sheryl Lee, Craig Sheffer, and Terence Stamp. The film also features appearances by Lance Young's sister, Leigh Taylor-Young, as well as Molly Parker. The story revolves around a young married couple who are trying to address issues impacting their sex life. The film is a surreptitious analysis on the teachings of tantric sex. Media attention on the film was limited yet the reception was divided among critics. It was screened during the opening of the San Francisco International Film Festival. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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