Loosely based on Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’ 18th-century novel “Les Liaisons Dangereuses,” and adapted for television by Jean-Baptiste Delafon, HBO Max’s new French-language drama series, “ The Seduction ,” is a tale of power, revenge and sexual freedom. The show follows Isabelle de Merteuil ( Anamaria Vartolomei ), a woman who is disgraced and an outcast after being seduced and discarded by the Vicomte de Valmont (Vincent Lacoste). Annoyed with her nephew’s behavior, the Vicomte’s aunt, Madame de Rosemonde (Diane Kruger), mentors Isabelle and boldly transforms her into one of Paris’ leading courtesans. Despite being beautifully shot and featuring compelling themes about women and sexual freedom in 18th-century France, “The Seduction” loses its luster halfway through, becoming a ted

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