The Margin is a French drama film released in 1976, directed by Walerian Borowczyk. The movie revolves around a businessman named Sigismond (played by Michel Simon), who leaves his country home and wife and young son for a business trip to Paris. In Paris, he meets a young call girl named Camille (played by Sylvia Kristel), and they develop a spiritual and sexual bond.
Sigismond initially approaches Camille for sex but soon finds himself fascinated by her beauty and charm. The two spend several days together exploring the city, and as their relationship deepens, Sigismond begins to question his life and choices. He starts to reveal more about himself to Camille and opens up about his innermost desires and fears.
Camille, on her part, also reveals her own past and the reasons that led her to become a call girl. She dreams of a better life and has a fascination for the Chinese Taoist philosophy, which she shares with Sigismond. Through their conversations and interactions, the two characters find solace in each other's company and question the moral and spiritual values of society.
The Margin is a slow-paced and contemplative movie that explores the themes of loneliness, desire, and spirituality. The film's plot is minimalist, and the focus is on the character development and the philosophical discussions between the two leads. The movie is marked by Borowczyk's distinct visual style, which reflects the mood and emotions of the characters. The Margin was well-received by critics and considered a classic of French cinema.
