Simone Barbès or Virtue (1980)

Plot

Simone and Martine work as usherettes in a Montparnasse adult cinema, where they interact with familiar patrons, assertively managing the male clientele while engaging in light banter. The nighttime atmosphere offers them a unique slice of life, filled with routine yet vibrant exchanges. As the clock strikes midnight, Simone heads out to a lesbian nightclub, seeking the freedom and excitement that lies beyond the cinema’s walls. Their nightly experiences reflect a blend of camaraderie and the search for personal identity amid the complexities of desire and societal expectations.