Emily
Emily

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Emily

1976
Movie
87 min
English

Evocative of the Roaring Twenties, "Emily" (Aka "The Awakening of Emily") is an erotic coming-of-age film featuring meticulous period detail and music. The sharp class distinctions of British society are blurred by the universal nature of sexual desire.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Emily, a young woman with a troubled past, seeks a new life and love in the rugged American West. She finds herself drawn to the stoic and kind rancher, Jedediah "Jed" Stone. However, her past continues to haunt her, threatening to destroy the happiness she is trying to build.

Critical Reception

Emily was a modest drama that received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised Brenda Vaccaro's performance and the film's attempt at a romantic Western narrative, others found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Audiences were generally lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant cultural impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Brenda Vaccaro delivers a commendable performance as the troubled protagonist.

  • The film attempts a blend of Western and romantic drama, though not always successfully.

  • Some viewers found the story to be predictable and lacking in strong dramatic tension.

Google audience: Google user reviews for 'Emily (1976)' are scarce, making it difficult to gauge specific audience sentiment. General comments suggest it is a lesser-known film that some appreciate for its romantic elements and Vaccaro's acting, while others found it to be a dated or unremarkable melodrama.

Fun Fact

Brenda Vaccaro, who plays the titular character Emily, also starred in the critically acclaimed film 'Midnight Cowboy' released seven years prior.

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