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Dangerous Pleasures
Two married women on vacation decide to see who the better seductress is. When the local authorities investigate the death of a local prostitute, their husbands do what they can to avoid trace of scandal and any implication that their wives are involved. Cracks in their relationships are revealed as is the hedonism and hypocrisy amongst the bourgeoise.
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Plot Summary
In this tense thriller, a sophisticated woman finds herself entangled in a web of deceit and danger when her husband's shady business dealings come to light. As she tries to uncover the truth, she becomes the target of unknown assailants and must rely on her wits to survive. The plot escalates with betrayals and suspense, leading to a dramatic confrontation.
Critical Reception
Dangerous Pleasures was a moderately successful German thriller of its time, appreciated for its atmospheric tension and Lilli Palmer's performance. While not a groundbreaking film, it delivered a solid mystery that appealed to audiences looking for suspenseful entertainment. Critical reviews at the time often highlighted its competent direction and engaging plot, though some found it to be somewhat conventional within the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and pacing.
Lilli Palmer delivers a compelling performance as the central figure.
A solid, if conventional, crime thriller from the mid-60s.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but general sentiment points to it being an enjoyable thriller with a good sense of mystery. Viewers often appreciate the classic crime-drama elements and the performances.
Fun Fact
The film is an adaptation of the Edgar Wallace novel 'The Crimson Fang' (German title: 'Der Hexer').
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