The Wicked Dreams of Paula Schultz
The Wicked Dreams of Paula Schultz

The Wicked Dreams of Paula Schultz

1968Movie113 minEnglish

A beautiful East German Olympic hopeful pole-vaults over the Berlin Wall to freedom.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Robert FreemanGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Paula Schultz, inherits a peculiar castle and finds herself plagued by disturbing dreams and the suspicious behavior of those around her. As the lines between reality and nightmare blur, she must uncover the dark secrets of the castle and its history before she becomes its next victim.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often pointed to its confusing plot and reliance on cheap scares, while audiences were divided on its effectiveness as a horror film.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggled with a convoluted narrative that hampered its potential.
  • Despite its atmospheric setting, the horror elements were often underdeveloped.
  • Elke Sommer's performance was occasionally praised, but not enough to save the film.

Google audience: Audience reception appears to be limited, with no widely available aggregated reviews to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Bavaria, Germany, utilizing the scenic, yet eerie, Castle Bartenstein.

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