The Six-Sided Triangle
The Six-Sided Triangle is a 1963 short film directed by Christopher Miles, starring his younger sister Sarah Miles, Nicol Williamson, and Bill Meilen. It is about a husband who comes home and finds his wife with her lover - told from the perspectives of six different countries (the US, England, Japan, Sweden, Italy and France). The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy and possessive businessman becomes increasingly paranoid and abusive when he suspects his young wife is having an affair with his business partner. His obsessive jealousy fuels a dangerous spiral as he tries to control both his wife and his own unraveling sanity.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its intense psychological drama and performances, while others found its melodramatic plot and heavy-handed themes to be dated and overwrought. It did not achieve significant critical acclaim upon release.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its attempts at psychological depth and dramatic tension.
- Criticized for its overwrought melodrama and predictable plot.
- Barbara Stanwyck's performance was often singled out as a highlight.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable due to the film's age and limited distribution, but existing reviews suggest a divided opinion between those who appreciate its dark themes and those who find it overly dramatic.
Fun Fact
Despite being directed by Edmund Goulding, who was known for his successes with female stars and melodramas like 'Grand Hotel', 'The Six-Sided Triangle' is often considered one of his less successful or memorable films.
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