The Comfort of Strangers is a 1990 drama film directed by Paul Schrader, based on the novel of the same name by Ian McEwan. The movie tells the story of an Italian diplomat's son named Robert, who prowls the streets of Venice at night, seeking out and seducing unsuspecting English tourists.
One such tourist is Colin, who is visiting the city with his girlfriend Mary. Robert befriends the couple and invites them to his family's palatial estate, where they are treated to lavish meals and exotic experiences. However, as they spend more time with Robert, they begin to realize that he has darker intentions than they originally thought.
Meanwhile, Robert's relationship with his controlling and sadistic mother slowly unfolds, revealing the twisted dynamics of his family. As tensions mount and emotions run high, Colin and Mary find themselves caught in a web of violence and sexual desire, where the lines between pleasure and pain become blurred.
Throughout the film, the lush and haunting city of Venice serves as a backdrop for the character's decadent and dangerous behavior. The Comfort of Strangers is a dark and unsettling exploration of sexuality, power, and the danger of indulging in forbidden desires.