CORRUPTION

With ice-cold New Wave stylings and sharp dialogue, director Mauro Bolognini (THE BIG NIGHT) crafts an unsparing critique of Italy’s nascent consumerist society. After finishing his studies in Switzerland, the shy and innocent Stefano (Jacques Perrin, GIRL WITH A SUITCASE) decides to become a priest. His publishing magnate father Leonardo (Alain Cuny, LA DOLCE VITA) disapproves; he wants his son to take over his empire someday. When he invites Stefano on a yacht trip together with his mistress, Leonardo’s intention is not to reconcile.