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Venus in Fur 2014

A theater director in Paris is struggling to find an actress for his new play, a provocative adaptation of Leopold von Sacher-Masoch’s novel. He’s seeking someone to embody a complex female character who holds power through dominance and submission. When the assertive and unconventional Vanda unexpectedly auditions, he is initially dismissive. However, as she seamlessly transitions into the role, adopting the character’s persona with captivating intensity, the director finds himself increasingly drawn into her performance and the blurring lines between reality and fiction.

A theater director in Paris is struggling to find an actress for his new play, a provocative adaptation of Leopold von Sacher-Masoch’s novel. He’s seeking someone to embody a complex female character who holds power through dominance and submission. When the assertive and unconventional Vanda unexpectedly auditions, he is initially dismissive. However, as she seamlessly transitions into the role, adopting the character’s persona with captivating intensity, the director finds himself increasingly drawn into her performance and the blurring lines between reality and fiction.

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69

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7.1

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88%

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72%

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7.1 /10

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72

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5.00/5

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79th Academy Awards 2007

Peter O'Toole
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Actor in a Leading Role

Peter O'Toole

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Thomas Novachek, the ambitious writer-director, is preparing for the opening of his new play in New York City. This intriguing production is a reinterpretation of Venus in Furs, a classic novel by Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, which is notable for giving rise to the concept of “masochism”. As the story unfolds, Thomas finds himself on the phone, venting his frustrations about the lackluster performances of the actresses auditioning for the pivotal role of Vanda von Dunayev.

Just when it seems like hope is lost, a new actress, Emmanuelle Seigner, bursts into the scene—introducing herself as Vanda Jordan. Initially, her boldness and lack of polish give Thomas pause, leading him to doubt her suitability for the role. However, her unfiltered personality and determination soon compel him to allow her to audition, with Thomas stepping into the shoes of Severin von Kushemski for the reading.

As the two engage in this riveting audition, the atmosphere outside crackles with energy from a storm, mirroring the intensity of their performance. Vanda demonstrates profound understanding of both the story and her character, delivering an outstanding audition that captivates Thomas. What transpires is a transformative experience: the dynamics shift, as Vanda takes charge, effectively reversing the balance of power between the actress and the director, echoing the complex themes of dominance and submission that are central to the original novel.

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情慾維那斯 KP14: Venera kailiuose La venus de las pieles Venere in pelliccia 穿裘皮的维纳斯 Venus im Pelz La Venus de las pieles Kürklü Venüs Wenus w futrze Венера в мехах Η Αφροδίτη Με Τη Γούνα Venus i pels Vénus de Vison ונוס בפרווה A Pele de Vênus Vénusz bundában La Venus de les pells Венера у крзну 모피를 입은 비너스 Venuše v kožichu Venera kailiuose 玩謝大導演 Venuša v kožuchu วุ่นนัก รักผู้หญิงร้าย 情慾維納斯 Венера у хутрах Venus în blană La piel de Venus

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