Note: This review was originally published as part of the U.K. release. Emmanuelle arrived on VOD in the U.S. on June 6.
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Alistair is a freelance film and culture writer from Northern England, who has written for the BFI, Vice, GQ, and more. You can find him on Twitter @YesItsAlistair, although if you are allergic to bad puns, maybe think twice before smashing that follow button.
