There is a small, romantic village in southern France, a town never to be the same after the arival of the vacationing Elise. The sultry beauty arouses the passions of Florent Busconi, a local merchant living with his grandfather and sister. Their passion leads to marriage, but Elise has hidden her real mission - revenge on those who destroyed her family. Elise knows no limits. She betrays her husband, his family, and eventually herself- but this she discovers too late. Her life, sanity, and the man she loves will all be lost ... to the summer wind.
Production
Genuine southern France locations elevate the budget.
Acting
Kriztina Schwartz commits fully to unhinged femme fatale.
Director
François Clousot
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Director François Clousot primarily worked in adult cinema; this was his rare 'mainstream' attempt with the same cast.
The title references the famous French song 'La Mer' — ironic given the destructive tides Elise brings.
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