"Emmanuelle" is a French erotic film released in 1974, directed by Just Jaeckin. It is based on the novel of the same name by Emmanuelle Arsan. The film follows the story of a young woman named Emmanuelle, who explores her sexuality while living in Bangkok with her husband. The film gained significant attention for its explicit content and became a cultural phenomenon, leading to several sequels and adaptations. It is often credited with popularizing the erotic genre in cinema and has influenced many films and discussions about sexuality in the years since its release.