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Historically, the phrase may have been used in political cartoons or social commentary to suggest a nation stripped of its pretensions. However, in the contemporary landscape, "La France à Poil" has become a specific cultural signifier. It occupies a unique space where the traditional French lifestyle—often associated with sexual liberation and a relaxed attitude toward nudity—meets the voracious demands of the digital entertainment complex. This paper argues that the phenomenon is not merely pornographic but is a distorted reflection of French lifestyle values, repackaged for mass consumption.
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