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Dangerous Liaisons (1988)
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The game of conquest is underway.
Anything goes when a predatory, wealthy widow (Glenn Close) challenges a notorious rake (John Malkovich) to seduce a beautiful young newlywed (Michelle Pfeiffer). But this time, a cardinal rule will be broken: two players will fall in love – with tragic results.
This acclaimed winner of three Academy Awards boasts grand 18th-century sets and costumes. Directed by Stephen Frears from a scandalous 1782 novel and Christopher Hampton's compelling play, Dangerous Liaisons is “nasty, decadent fun; the surprise is how much anguished emotion seeps through its cool marble heart” (David Ansen, Newsweek). Let the games begin!
