The Nurse
The Nurse

The Nurse

1978Movie75 minFrench

A beautiful nude woman, actually a nurse, making love if you can call it that, with a sixty something man with a bad heart. After this strenuous session of sex he carks it, with a smile on his face. Oh yeah, and, he put her in his will. Now she’s sent out in the country to this manor where this old miserable codger is on his deathbed, surrounded by a number of family figures all of who hate him, and are waiting for that day. Enter the voluptuous nurse to take care of him.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: J.S. CardoneGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman takes a job as a night nurse at a remote hospital, only to discover that the institution has a dark and violent past. As strange occurrences and escalating dread plague her shifts, she uncovers a sinister plot involving the hospital's staff and its history of patient abuse. She must fight for her survival and expose the truth before she becomes the next victim.

Critical Reception

Released with little fanfare, 'The Nurse' is a cult favorite among horror enthusiasts for its unsettling atmosphere and surprising gore. While its low budget is evident, the film has garnered a following for its effective suspense and a surprisingly disturbing narrative for its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense atmosphere and suspenseful build-up.
  • Noted for its graphic and disturbing content, which appeals to hardcore horror fans.
  • Criticized for its thin plot and sometimes amateurish execution.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable through easily verifiable public channels. However, discussions on fan forums often highlight its effectiveness as a low-budget, character-driven horror film that relies on psychological tension and shock value.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a very low budget in a real, abandoned hospital in Arizona, contributing to its authentic and eerie atmosphere.

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