


Zee and Co.
The venomous and amoral wife of a wealthy architect tries, any way she can, to break up the blossoming romance between her husband and his new mistress; a good-natured young widow who holds a dark past.
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Plot Summary
Zee, a glamorous and wealthy woman, is married to Henry, a younger architect. Their relationship is strained by Zee's possessiveness and Henry's attraction to Stella, a fellow architect. The film explores the complex dynamics of their love triangle, touching upon themes of infidelity, jealousy, and societal expectations in the early 1970s.
Critical Reception
Zee and Co. received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising Elizabeth Taylor's performance and the film's exploration of complex relationships, while others found the plot somewhat dated and predictable. It was not a major commercial success.
What Reviewers Say
- Elizabeth Taylor delivers a commanding performance as the complex titular character.
- The film attempts to explore mature themes of marriage and infidelity but is often hampered by a conventional narrative.
- Michael York and Geneviève Bujold provide solid support, though their characters' motivations can sometimes feel underdeveloped.
Google audience: Audience reception for Zee and Co. is not widely documented on Google reviews.
Fun Fact
The film was notable for its frank depiction of sexuality for its time, with a key scene involving a threesome between the three main characters.
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