The Lover in the Attic: A True Story
The Lover in the Attic: A True Story

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The Lover in the Attic: A True Story

2018
Movie
85 min
English

This is the lurid, true story about femme fatale Dolly, her murdered husband, and her lover, Otto -- the man in the attic. In the 1930s, Dolly met and seduced her repairman Otto... but she was already married to successful business man Fred.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Danielle Von ZerneckGenres: Drama, True Crime

Plot Summary

Based on a shocking true story, a seemingly perfect life unravels when a wife discovers a hidden secret within her own home. After her husband's death, she finds a man living in their attic, leading to a disturbing revelation about infidelity and betrayal that tests her strength and resilience.

Critical Reception

The film garnered mixed to positive reviews, often praised for its compelling true-crime narrative and strong performances, particularly from its lead actress. Some critics found the pacing uneven in parts, but the overall emotional impact and adherence to the real-life events were generally well-received.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful and dramatic true-crime elements.

  • The film effectively portrays the shock and emotional turmoil of the central discovery.

  • Performances are generally highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience feedback for this film is limited, but general sentiment leans towards appreciation for its basis in a true story and its dramatic unfolding of a shocking domestic secret.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of a woman in Northern California who discovered her husband's secret lover living in their attic for years.

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