Catherine Breillat

Catherine Breillat (born 13 July 1948) is a French movie-maker and novelist. She tries to normalize previously taboo subjects in cinema.
Breillat is known for movies that are about sexuality, relationships between men and women, intimacy and sibling rivalry. Her movies are part of the "New French Extremity", which uses violence and sexuality in shocking ways.
Breillat was born in Bressuire, France.