There have been four movie versions of this:.
Dangerous Liaisons, Cruel Intentions, Valmont and Les Liaisons dangereuses.
This piece of script from the play pretty well describes the story:
"To seduce a woman famous for strict morals, religious fervour and the happiness of her marriage, what could possibly be more prestigious?"
"I think there is something degrading about having a husband for a rival. It is humiliating if you fail and commonplace if you succeed. Where is Monsiour anyway?" - Merteuil
"Presiding over some endless case in Burgundy."
"I don't think you can hope for any actual pleasure?" - Merteuil
"Oh yes. You see I have no intention of breaking down her prejudices. I want her to believe in God and virtue and the sancity of marriage and still not be able to stop herself. I want the excitement of watching her betray everything that is most important to her. Surely you understand that. I thought betryal was your favourite word."
"No, no.. Cruelty. i always think that has a nobler ring to it." - Merteuil
This from 'Valmont'
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