It’s impressive what Rainer Werner Fassbinder accomplishes in this melancholy story about a young gay man who comes into money through the lottery. His life transforms instantly, and so does his appeal to “Eugen” (Peter Chatel), who becomes his boyfriend with the clear intention of taking advantage of the inexperienced young man. The film’s impact has diminished considerably over time; it feels very much like a product of its era. While the frequent displays of full male nudity and casual, somewhat sleazy depictions of sexuality may have been shocking in 1975, they now seem rather ordinary—even occasionally seeming to exist for their own sake, as there's surprisingly little actual sexual activity shown. Despite this, the film retains a certain emotional depth – it remains a harsh critique of human behavior when large sums of money are at play, and how those who are vulnerable often find themselves exploited, sometimes even willingly, reveling in their newfound importance before being completely discarded by their parasitic companions once the funds disappear and attention shifts elsewhere. I’ve never considered Fassbinder to be particularly handsome, but like Klaus Maria Brandauer (who he resembles), he possesses a compelling presence that gets under your skin—and here, within this rather sordid narrative of excess, he truly shines. The other actors are adequate, but it's essentially a showcase for him; though I can’t honestly say I found it pleasurable to watch, it is definitely worth seeing.

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