The Mother and the Whore(1973)
Aimless young Alexandre juggles his relationships with his girlfriend, Marie, and a casual lover named Veronika. Marie becomes increasingly jealous of Alexandre's fling with Veronika and as the trio continues their unsustainable affair, the emotional stakes get higher, leading to conflict and unhappiness.
Movie: The Mother and the Whore
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Marie
Alexandre
Veronika
Gilberte
Marie's Friend
Veronika's Friend
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