

Movie spotlight
La settimana della sfinge
Crossword-solving waitress Gloria falls for a womanizing TV repairman.
Insights
Plot Summary
A young, successful architect, Goffredo, is engaged to Elena, a beautiful and seemingly devoted woman. However, Elena begins to act strangely, showing signs of mental distress and a disturbing fascination with a mysterious sphinx. Goffredo tries to understand and help her, but her behavior escalates, leading him down a path of suspicion and psychological turmoil. As he delves deeper, he uncovers unsettling truths about Elena and the nature of their relationship.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension and the performances, particularly from Laura Morante. Some found the narrative to be overly ambiguous and slow-paced, while others appreciated its psychological depth and exploration of complex themes. It is considered a notable work in Daniele Luchetti's filmography.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and Morante's compelling performance.
Criticized by some for its slow pacing and ambiguous narrative.
Explores psychological themes and relationship dynamics with an intriguing mystery element.
Google audience: Information not available from public Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
The film's title translates to 'The Week of the Sphinx', referencing the mythical creature's association with riddles and danger, which plays into the film's mysterious and psychological themes.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources