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Failed musician Jay abandoned his family and now earns a living as head bartender in a trendy London pub. Every Wednesday afternoon, a woman comes to his house for graphic, almost wordless, sex. One day, Jay follows her and learns about her. This eventually disrupts their relationship.

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Awards
Won the Golden Bear (2001) and the Louis Delluc Prize (2001)
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Nominations
4 award nominations, including the European Film Award for Best Film (2001)
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Box office
Grossed $2.67M worldwide
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Based on
Based on Intimacy
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Setting
Set in London
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Music
Music by Éric Neveux
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Cinematography
Cinematography by Éric Gautier
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Director: Patrice Chéreau
Writers: Anne-Louise TrividicScreenplay
Patrice ChéreauScreenplay
Hanif KureishiNovel
Status: Released
Release date: January 20, 2001
Original language: English
Revenue: $2.7M
Countries: France, Germany, Italy

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