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6.6 / 10(7 votes)IMDbNC-1719761h 20mFrance

Sweet Taste of Honey

Luxure

“Saved by desire from the brink of despair.”

Synopsis

Laure is heartbroken after her husband leaves her for another women. She checks into the resort hotel where they spent many happy moments, in order to kill herself. Her plans change after she overhears the lovemaking of a honeymoon couple in the next room, and her fantasies rekindle her passion.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 1, 1977

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Max Pécas
Screenplay & Story
Max Pécas, Barbara Sommers
Original Score
Derry Hall
Original Title
Luxure
Country of Origin
France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
1h 20m
Production Studios
Les Films du Griffon

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Max Pécas

Screenplay & Story

Max Pécas, Barbara Sommers

Original Score & Music

Derry Hall

Director of Photography

Roger Fellous

Producers

Max Pécas

Department Leadership Roster

Max Pécas

Director

Max Pécas

Producer

Max Pécas

Writer

Barbara Sommers

Barbara Sommers

Writer

Roger Fellous

Roger Fellous

Director of Photography

Derry Hall

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NC-17

NC-17: Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.

International Certification Matrix

France (CNC)18

Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.

United States (MPAA)NC-17

Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sweet Taste of Honey.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sweet Taste of Honey

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Sweet Taste of Honey about?

Laure is heartbroken after her husband leaves her for another women. She checks into the resort hotel where they spent many happy moments, in order to kill herself. Her plans change after she overhears the lovemaking of a honeymoon couple in the next room, and her fantasies rekindle her passion.

Who directed Sweet Taste of Honey?

Sweet Taste of Honey was directed by Max Pécas.

Who stars in Sweet Taste of Honey?

The principal cast of Sweet Taste of Honey includes Richard Lemieuvre, Karine Gambier, Richard Darbois, Pierre Danny, Carmelo Petix.

When was Sweet Taste of Honey released and how long is it?

Sweet Taste of Honey was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.

Who composed the musical score for Sweet Taste of Honey?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Sweet Taste of Honey was composed by Derry Hall.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Sweet Taste of Honey?

Sweet Taste of Honey holds official age classifications: FR: 18 (Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.); US: NC-17 (Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.).