Intemperance
Intemperance

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Intemperance

1975
Movie
82 min
Romanian

A war widower with two kids marries a rich tanner. Her greed tears the family apart, resulting in a lot of misfortune. Based on "Hiena" novel by Petru Vintilă.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Robert FuestGenres: Drama, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In 19th-century England, a young woman, newly released from a mental institution, tries to rebuild her life. However, she finds herself entangled in a series of mysterious deaths and dark secrets surrounding her family's estate. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a chilling conspiracy that blurs the lines between reality and madness.

Critical Reception

Intemperance received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often cited its slow pacing and underdeveloped plot, while some acknowledged its atmospheric horror elements and Caroline Munro's performance. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its gothic undertones and others finding it underwhelming.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gothic atmosphere and Caroline Munro's performance.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and sluggish pacing.

  • The film struggled to deliver on its horror potential, often feeling more like a melodrama.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely divided. Some viewers appreciated the film's moody ambiance and period setting, while others found the narrative unsatisfying and the horror elements not impactful enough.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a more straightforward gothic horror but was significantly altered during production, contributing to its disjointed narrative.

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