S&M Judge

Synopsis

S&M Judge, released in 2009 and originally titled SM Rechter, follows the story of Koen, a judge who secretly engages in sadomasochistic activities with his wife Magda. When their relationship takes a darker turn and leads to a public scandal, Koen's career and personal life are put at stake. As the couple navigates the consequences of their lifestyle choices, the film delves into themes of power, desire, and societal norms. Veerle Dobbelaere delivers a powerful performance as Magda, capturing the complexities of her character's tumultuous journey. S&M Judge is a provocative exploration of love, acceptance, and the limits of personal freedom.

Cast

• 

  Gene Bervoets

  Koen Allegaerdts

• 

  Veerle Dobbelaere

  Magda De Herdt

• 

  Dirk van Dijck

  Fred Wolters

• 

  Koen van Impe

  Procureur Versandt

• 

  Marie Vinck

  Iris

• 

  Axel Daeseleire

  Marcel Luyten

Reviews

S&M Judge, also known as SM Rechter, has received a mix of reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its daring approach to taboo subjects and strong performances, others found fault in its execution and pacing. IndieWire commended the movie for its 'bold exploration of societal norms' and awarded it a rating of 7/10. On the other hand, Variety criticized the film for being 'slow-paced' and gave it a rating of 5/10. Screen Rant highlighted Veerle Dobbelaere's standout performance as a redeeming quality of the movie, stating that she 'elevates the material with her emotional depth.' Overall, S&M Judge has garnered attention for its controversial themes and thought-provoking narrative.