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Courtesan's Revenge: Marquise de Merteuil's Cunning Scheme Captivates Paris
16 Oct
Summary
- HBO Max debuts French-language drama "The Seduction" on November 14
- Marquise de Merteuil seeks to become Paris' leading courtesan after being betrayed
- Merteuil and Vicomte de Valmont plot to destroy each other and their high society lives
In just a few weeks, on November 14, HBO Max will debut "The Seduction," a captivating French-language drama series that reimagines the classic 18th century novel "Les Liaisons Dangereuses." The show centers around Marquise de Merteuil, played by Anamaria Vartolomei, who embarks on a daring journey to become Paris' leading courtesan after being betrayed by the libertine Vicomte de Valmont, portrayed by Vincent Lacoste.
As the ominous voiceover in the trailer warns, "Desire is a weapon... Power is everything." Merteuil and Valmont engage in a cunning game of seduction and betrayal, scheming to destroy each other and their high society lives. The series explores the "price of emotional and sexual freedom" in a world where women had little power.
Alongside Vartolomei and Lacoste, the show features a talented ensemble cast including Diane Kruger, Lucas Bravo, and Noée Abita. "The Seduction" promises to captivate viewers with its steamy drama and exploration of the complexities of power, desire, and the pursuit of freedom in 18th century Paris.
