The Photographer
The Photographer

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The Photographer

1974
Movie
94 min
English

A murder story with a comedic twist. A famous photographer uses his models for more than taking pictures. He needs them as victims to satisfy his blood-lust. Each murder becomes more bizarre than the next.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users65%
Director: Arthur PennGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A middle-aged, emotionally detached woman on a cruise ship finds herself drawn to a younger, free-spirited man. As their relationship blossoms, she confronts her own isolation and the possibility of a more meaningful connection.

Critical Reception

The Photographer received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising Geraldine Page's performance but many finding the film's pacing and narrative underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Geraldine Page delivers a compelling performance as a woman navigating complex emotions.

  • The film struggles with a meandering plot and a lack of significant dramatic tension.

  • Visually, the film captures the atmosphere of a cruise ship, but this does little to elevate the story.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be somewhat disappointing, with many acknowledging Geraldine Page's strong acting but lamenting the slow pace and predictable storyline.

Fun Fact

Arthur Penn, known for directing films like 'Bonnie and Clyde' and 'The Miracle Worker', made 'The Photographer' as a passion project, but it did not achieve commercial or critical success.

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