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What if your perfect partner came with a power cord and zero free will? Awkward.
TMDB
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Programmed for Pleasure (1981)

sleazy sci-fiFrench exploitationphilosophical sleaze

Overview

Science Fiction

Nicolas, a sci-fi writer, having experienced a tragedy in his life, is only able to find solace through sex. No woman can completely satisfy him. Then he creates her - a robot that he programs to obey his will. The creature would seem to be the embodiment of all his desires, but...

Flag of FRFRFrench
Content warning
reflectiveandroidfemale cyborg
male control and fantasyartificial consciousnessgrief and isolationthe uncanny valley

Standout Aspects

Production

Gloriously cheap robot aesthetics that age like milk.

Acting

Jes commits to robotic blankness with surprising dedication.

Best for:Solo: Late night, slightly unhinged, questioning your life choices.·Date Night: Only if you want VERY uncomfortable post-movie conversation.
Heads up:Sexual Content: Extensive softcore content; the 'pleasure' is very programmed.·Disturbing: Consent issues baked into the premise; intentionally uncomfortable.
Claude Mulot

Director

Claude Mulot

ReleasedJan 7, 1981
Runtime1h 26m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonedark
Feelmedium
Alpha France
F.F.C.M.

Top Cast

Marilyn Jes

Marilyn Jes

Kim, the robot woman

Richard Lemieuvre

Richard Lemieuvre

Nicolas, the science fiction writer

Hélène Shirley

Hélène Shirley

Sabine

Laura Clair

Laura Clair

Lucille, the acting secretary

Nadine Roussial

Nadine Roussial

Olga, the press officer

Frédéric Carton

Frédéric Carton

Byron, the editor accompanying Olga

Catherine Marsile

Catherine Marsile

Kim 2, the second female robot

Dominique Aveline

Dominique Aveline

The bartender

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Cultural

Part of France's 1980s 'sexy robot' micro-trend, riding Blade Runner's coattails with far less budget and far more nudity.

Trivia

Director Claude Mulot died by suicide months after release; some read the film's bleak ending as unintentionally autobiographical.

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