Les Biches 1968

Frédérique seduces Why on the Pont des Arts

On the Pont des Arts in Paris, Frédérique, a rich and beautiful woman, targets the penniless street artist Why and draws her into a dangerous game. She seduces Why and convinces her to come with her. Why is taken to a villa in Saint Tropez, where Frédérique begins to exert control over her.

Why arrives at the Saint Tropez villa

Why is brought to Frédérique's villa in Saint Tropez, a glamorous house that is already occupied by Robegue and Riasis, Frédérique's two gay friends. The villa's social circle hints at the tense relationships to come. Why begins to acclimate to this alluring but perilous environment.

Why attends a party and meets Paul Thomas

At a party held at the villa, Why meets Paul Thomas, an architect who will spark a growing attraction. The encounter stirs feelings that challenge Why's loyalties. This budding connection foreshadows the love triangle to follow.

Why leaves the party with Paul

Why leaves the party with Paul and spends the night with him, beginning an affair outside the villa's social circle. Robegue and Riasis shadow them, acting on Frédérique's orders. The pursuit reveals Frédérique's grip over the situation.

Robegue and Riasis report Why's night with Paul

Robegue and Riasis follow Why and Paul to report back to Frédérique. They confirm that Why has spent the night with Paul, increasing Frédérique's incentive to assert control. The dynamics between the trio become more ominous.

Frédérique visits Paul and begins an affair

Frédérique visits Paul and seeks to seduce him, initiating an affair between them. The relationship deepens Frédérique's hold over Paul and multiplies Why's jealousy. The love triangle grows more dangerous as secrets deepen.

Frédérique invites Paul to move into the villa

Frédérique invites Paul to move into the Saint Tropez villa and quietly removes Robegue and Riasis from the home. The move centralizes the relationship between Frédérique and Paul. Why watches helplessly as the power dynamics shift inside the house.

Why finds a note that Paul and Frédérique have gone to Paris

One morning Why finds a note stating that Paul and Frédérique have gone to Paris. The revelation pushes Why to chase them to Paris and confront the unfolding deceit. The absence of answers amplifies Why's fear and jealousy.

Why pursues them to Frédérique's Paris apartment

Why follows Paul and Frédérique to Frédérique's apartment in Paris. She confronts the growing distance between them and prepares for a confrontation. The apartment becomes the stage for the confrontational reveal.

Why confesses jealousy to Frédérique

Inside the apartment, Why confesses that she is jealous of both Frédérique and Paul. She reveals the depth of her attachment and insecurity. The confession intensifies the emotional stakes of the confrontation.

Frédérique denies love and speaks of repulsion

Frédérique tells Why that she finds the love she shares with Paul repulsive, treating the affair as a calculated game. She asserts dominance and dismisses Why's feelings. The tension snaps toward a violent outcome.

Why stabs Frédérique with a poisoned dagger

In a climactic moment, Why stabs Frédérique with a dagger that had been on display in the villa in Saint Tropez. The attack reveals Why's breaking point and Frédérique's looming vulnerability. The act marks a sharp turn from manipulation to murder.

Why impersonates Frédérique to summon Paul

After the stabbing, Why calls Paul, pretending to be Frédérique, and asks him to come to the apartment. The deception shows Why's intent to control the situation and tie up the loose ends.