Damage - 1992 - 8/10
A prominent Tory MP starts a disastrous affair with his son’s fiancée.
As with most clandestine trysts, the relationship grows squalid, fraught with lies, self-lies, betrayals.
Per the title, one can expect consequences emotional, political, personal.
This is my favorite Malle film, though I realize it is polarizing.
Reckless and detached, the main characters are heedless to the point of stupidity.
I suspect enjoyment (or appreciation) may depend on how deeply the story resonates.
If you are able to identify with one of the characters, or two, or perhaps three.
The consequences of treachery most intimate.
