Celebrated Black Narcissus cinematographer Cardiff’s hat trick in his storied career came with this psychedelic erotic drama, which he directed, shot, and co-wrote, adapting André Pieyre de Mandiargues’ novel. Also known as Naked Under Leather: both titles allude to ’60s singer Marianne Faithfull, in her first major acting gig, wheelie-ing from hubby Roger Mutton to lover Delon (also producer here) and checking the rearview mirror for mod memories.
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