Unlike soft-focus American erotic thrillers of the era (like Basic Instinct two years later), The Ages of Lulu was unflinchingly graphic. It featured unsimulated sex scenes (using body doubles and special effects, though the realism shocked critics). The MPAA initially gave it an rating, and in many countries, it was banned or heavily cut.

Watch it for Francesca Neri’s performance and the 90s atmosphere, but be prepared for a dark, psychological descent rather than a romantic story.

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Note: The film is not on Netflix or Disney+ Indonesia. Some fans accessed it via rare DVD rips with community-made subtitles. For legal options, check MUBI (varies by region) or purchase the restored version from Spain’s Filmoteca.