In 1999, Roger Kumble directed an adaptation of the novel set in modern day New York. Released under the title Cruel Intentions, it had Sarah Michelle Gellar star as Kathryn Merteuil and Ryan Phillippe assume the role of Sebastian Valmont, with supporting more

Dangerous Liaisons was Frears' eighth feature film, and his first working with American studios. With seven Academy Award nominations, it was a very successful Hollywood debut. The film features widely acclaimed performances by Glenn Close, John Malk more