Red Shoe Diaries is a 1992 American erotic drama film directed by Zalman King. The film tells the story of a woman named Matty, played by Brigitte Bako, who is unhappy in her mundane life with her devoted husband, played by David Duchovny.
One day, while Matty is out shopping for shoes, she meets a handsome stranger, played by Billy Wirth, who is everything she has ever desired. He has a perfect body, a charming personality, and a mysterious allure that draws her in.
Despite her reservations, Matty begins a secret affair with him, and the passion between them is overwhelming. However, as the affair continues, Matty becomes increasingly haunted by guilt and the fear that her husband will discover her infidelity.
As the story unfolds, we see Matty grappling with her desires and struggling to reconcile her feelings of lust with her commitment to her husband. Meanwhile, her lover becomes more possessive and controlling, leading to a dangerous and intense confrontation that threatens to consume them both.
With its steamy love scenes and emotionally charged storyline, Red Shoe Diaries is a classic example of the erotic thriller genre. The film was based on a popular TV series of the same name, which also explored themes of love, lust, and infidelity.