Dominique
Dominique

Dominique

1980Movie95 minEnglish

The wife of a greedy man comes back to haunt him after he scares her to death.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Michael John BatemanGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A wealthy heiress, Dominique Marceau, is released from a mental institution after her father's death and learns she has inherited his vast fortune. However, strange occurrences and unsettling visions plague her, suggesting that her father's demise might not have been natural. As she delves deeper into her family's secrets, Dominique uncovers a dark conspiracy involving greedy relatives and a sinister pact, forcing her to confront her own sanity and fight for her life and inheritance.

Critical Reception

Dominique was met with mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric suspense and Jacqueline Bisset's performance, others found the plot convoluted and the horror elements less impactful than intended. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the gothic undertones and others finding it a slow-paced thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gothic atmosphere and Bisset's strong central performance.
  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped horror elements.
  • Found to be an uneven thriller with moments of intrigue but overall lacking impact.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Dominique are scarce, but available comments suggest a division in opinion, with some viewers appreciating the suspenseful narrative and visual style, while others found the pacing slow and the plot hard to follow.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location at a grand estate in Ireland, adding to its gothic and atmospheric feel.

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CinemaSerf

This is actually rather better than I was expecting - though by no means can it really be called good. Cliff Robertson is the avaricious "Ballard" whose wife "Dominique" is the object of his rather terminal desires. After repeated attempts ...