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Hothouse
Larry is tries to seduce his tennis buddy, Carl, but finds an apartment full of obstacles (a drunk painter, crabby janitor, locked-out neighbor) in his way. During a stag party, a privately made loop of Joe Dallesandro is shown.
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Plot Summary
A group of individuals find themselves mysteriously confined to a strange, isolated facility known only as 'The Hothouse'. As they struggle to understand their predicament, tensions rise, and secrets begin to emerge about the nature of their imprisonment and the enigmatic figures who control it. Their attempts to escape or uncover the truth are met with increasing danger and psychological manipulation.
Critical Reception
Hothouse is a lesser-known psychological thriller that garnered mixed to negative reviews upon its release. While some critics acknowledged its attempts at suspense and atmospheric tension, many found the plot convoluted and the performances uneven. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant impact in the cinematic landscape.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempt at a suspenseful atmosphere.
Criticized for a confusing and underdeveloped plot.
Performances were often cited as unconvincing.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Hothouse (1977)' is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Despite its relatively obscure status, 'Hothouse' featured veteran actor John Ireland, known for his roles in classic Westerns like 'All the King's Men'.
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