Bonjour Tristesse, Hello Scandal: The Raunchy Book That Shocked France

In the summer of 1953, a young French girl named Françoise Sagan dared to defy societal norms and write a controversial novel that would shake the foundations of French literature. Her book, "Bonjour Tristesse," told the story of a young woman's awakening to her own sexuality, and it sparked a national scandal for its frank and unapologetic portrayal of female desire. This documentary film explores the fascinating true story behind Sagan's groundbreaking novel, delving into the cultural and historical context that gave rise to its controversy and revealing the enduring impact it had on French society. Through interviews with experts, archival footage, and dramatizations, the film paints a vivid portrait of a generation that refused to be silenced and the courageous young author who dared to speak their truth.

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