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Marie, the Doll
Marie, who was orphaned as a young girl, has a case of arrested development that makes her act younger than her age. One day she stops to look in a store window displaying various ornate dolls. Claude, the affluent, eccentric store owner, sees her and becomes infatuated which leads to her and him meeting and deciding to go and take a look at Claude personal doll collection at his house. Marie, unaware of Claude's bizarre obsession with dolls, decides to marry him.
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Plot Summary
A young couple inherits an old house and discovers a sinister porcelain doll that seems to possess a malevolent spirit. As strange and terrifying events begin to plague them, they must uncover the doll's dark history to survive its supernatural wrath. The doll's influence escalates, turning their dream home into a nightmare.
Critical Reception
Marie, the Doll is a lesser-known horror film from the 1970s that garnered mixed reviews. While some critics praised its atmospheric tension and unsettling premise, others found the plot predictable and the execution somewhat amateurish. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its vintage horror charm and others finding it too slow-paced or unoriginal compared to other genre entries of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its creepy doll trope and suspenseful moments.
Criticized for a somewhat convoluted plot and predictable scares.
Considered a cult favorite by some for its unique blend of gothic horror and supernatural elements.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Marie, the Doll' is not readily available. General sentiment from available forums and discussions indicates a niche appreciation for its classic horror elements, with some viewers finding it a charmingly dated thriller.
Fun Fact
The film was reportedly shot on a very low budget, with much of the production taking place in a single, remote location to cut costs.
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