Confessions of a Sex Maniac
Confessions of a Sex Maniac

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Confessions of a Sex Maniac

1974
Movie
80 min
English

A prominent architect, Sir Bernard Storm, has accepted a lecture tour in the USA when he receives an offer, from Australia, to design a new leisure center. Unable to do the work himself he leaves it in the hands of his slacker assistant Henry, assisted by their efficient secretary Hilary. Henry, having trouble coming up with an idea for the design, in a drunken stupor hits upon the idea of modeling the building on the shape of a woman's breast. Naturally he then has to search for the perfect female breast.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: James Kenelm BoothGenres: Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

A misguided scientist believes he can prove that humans are inherently sexual beings. He develops a drug that amplifies sexual desire and proceeds to test it on himself and others. The experiment spirals out of control, leading to a series of bizarre and comedic encounters as the drug's effects manifest in unexpected ways. He must then find a way to reverse the effects before society succumbs to uncontrollable lust.

Critical Reception

Confessions of a Sex Maniac is a low-budget exploitation film that garnered a cult following for its eccentric premise and campy execution. It is often viewed as a relic of its time, blending elements of horror and comedy with a somewhat naive exploration of sexuality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Seen as a bizarre cult curiosity rather than a serious film.

  • Offers unintentional humor through its absurd premise and execution.

  • A product of its time with a unique, albeit unpolished, concept.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often cite the film's strangeness and camp value as its primary draws. It's generally considered a niche film appreciated for its peculiar nature.

Fun Fact

The film's title was changed from its original working title, 'The Pleasure Machine', for its release.

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