The Circe Complex
The Circe Complex

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The Circe Complex

1980
Movie
150 min
English

Tom Foreman kills a policeman after stealing jewellery worth a fortune. He is caught and incarcerated. Prison psychiatrist Ollie Milton and Tom's wife, Val, enlist the help of ex-con "Cat" Devlin in their plot to locate the hidden jewels.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Robert ButlerGenres: Science Fiction, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a futuristic society where emotions are suppressed, a psychologist investigating a series of murders discovers the victims are all linked to a controversial experiment designed to eliminate negative feelings. As she delves deeper, she finds herself targeted by a shadowy organization that wants to protect their secrets at any cost. The psychologist must uncover the truth about the 'Circe Complex' before she becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

The Circe Complex received a mixed to positive reception upon its release, with critics often praising its ambitious premise and performances, particularly from Catherine Hicks. However, some found the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally convoluted. Audiences generally responded well to its thought-provoking themes and suspenseful elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intelligent science fiction concept and intriguing mystery.

  • Catherine Hicks delivers a compelling performance as the determined protagonist.

  • Some viewers found the narrative a bit complex, but the overall suspense was effective.

Google audience: Audience reviews for The Circe Complex highlight its engaging plot and unique exploration of human emotions. Many appreciated the film's suspenseful atmosphere and the compelling central mystery, though a few found the ending somewhat abrupt.

Fun Fact

The film was an early exploration of themes related to emotional suppression in science fiction, predating many similar concepts that became more prominent in later decades.

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