Veerle Dobbelaere - SM-rechter (2009)

Erik Lamens’ 2009 Belgian biographical drama SM-rechter (S&M Judge) tells the true story of respected judge Koen Allegaerts and his wife Magda, whose secret sadomasochistic relationship became a major public scandal in 1990s Belgium. Veerle Dobbelaere delivers a fearless performance as Magda, whose hidden desires push their marriage into intense BDSM territory. The film features several explicit sequences with Veerle Dobbelaere showing full breasts, nudity, and intense SM/BDSM sex scenes involving bondage, whipping, and domination that highlight the raw emotional and physical aspects of their unconventional love story. With its unflinching post-2000 European arthouse approach and strong lead performances, SM-rechter remains a provocative cult drama exploring themes of love, taboo sexuality, and societal judgment.