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Someone I Touched
A woman learns that her husband has been unfaithful and that she has acquired a venereal disease. Then she learns that, after years of trying, she is finally pregnant
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Plot Summary
A lonely, middle-aged housewife finds herself drawn into an affair with a younger photographer. The relationship offers her an escape from her mundane existence and stifled desires. However, the affair soon complicates her life and forces her to confront the consequences of her actions.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its exploration of infidelity and female dissatisfaction to be heavy-handed and melodramatic. Some praised Barbara Loden's performance, but overall it was considered a less successful effort.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for its melodramatic tone and predictable narrative.
Barbara Loden's performance was noted as a potential highlight, though insufficient to save the film.
The film's exploration of marital dissatisfaction was seen as unoriginal by many reviewers.
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Fun Fact
Barbara Loden, who plays the lead, also directed and starred in the critically acclaimed film 'Wanda' (1970).
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