The School of Flesh
1998, French. Directed by Benoît Jacquot.
Lessons in love, sex and betrayal.
Fashion executive Dominique's obsession for Quentin, a young bisexual hustler, fills her desire for physical love but leaves her taxed emotionally. Twists and turns in the relationship, along with the man's violent and abusive nature, force Dominique to reconcile the conflicts created by her passion. In this quest, Dominique is aided, and sometimes hindered, by friends, clients, and Quentin's former and current acquaintances.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- R
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The School of Flesh is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and Film Movement Plus in India.
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Cast & crew
- Benoît JacquotDirector
- Isabelle HuppertDominique
- Vincent MartinezQuentin
- Vincent LindonChris
- Marthe KellerMadame Thorpe
- François BerléandSoukaz
- Danièle DubrouxL'amie de Dominique
- Bernard Le CoqCordier
- Roxane MesquidaMarine
- Jean-Louis RichardM. Thorpe
- Jean-Claude DauphinLouis-Guy
- Michelle GoddetLa mère de Quentin
- Laurent JumeaucourtLe jeune plombier
Details
- Released
- 18 November 1998
- Original title
- L'École de la chair
- Country
- Belgium, France, Luxembourg
- Written by
- Jacques Fieschi
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How long is The School of Flesh?
The School of Flesh runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
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The School of Flesh parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The School of Flesh is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The School of Flesh on?
The School of Flesh is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and Film Movement Plus in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The School of Flesh?
If you liked The School of Flesh, try Desire, Passages, Matthias & Maxime.
Who directed The School of Flesh?
The School of Flesh (1998) was directed by Benoît Jacquot and stars Isabelle Huppert, Vincent Martinez, Vincent Lindon.