Cuckoo Clock
Cuckoo Clock

Cuckoo Clock

1973Movie9 minRussian

One day, the Cuckoo left the clock and temporarily flew away to the forest on business. Her neighbors are different animals, and they decided to help her, replace her. But nothing good came of it. Based on the fairy tale by Sofia Prokofieva.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: David HamiltonGenres: Drama, Erotic

Plot Summary

A young woman, Isabelle, arrives at a secluded mansion where she becomes entangled in a series of erotic games and desires with the other inhabitants. The film explores themes of burgeoning sexuality and forbidden relationships within an isolated, dreamlike atmosphere.

Critical Reception

The film was met with mixed to negative reviews from critics, often criticized for its slow pacing and explicit nature. However, it found a niche audience, particularly for its aesthetic style and the performance of its lead actress, Sylvia Kristel, before her rise to international fame with 'Emmanuelle'.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually artistic and atmospheric direction.
  • Criticized for its explicit content and meandering narrative.
  • Sylvia Kristel's performance was often highlighted, even in negative reviews.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable due to the film's niche status and historical release period. Those who have reviewed it often note its artistic flair and eroticism, though some find it dated or overly explicit.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

This film marked one of the earliest collaborations between director David Hamilton and actress Sylvia Kristel, who would later become internationally famous for her role in the "Emmanuelle" film series.

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