Struggle with death
Struggle with death

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Struggle with death

1970
Movie
82 min
Arabic

Three people ( a police officer, a dancer, and a soccer player) have an accident across the desert road. They're taken to the hospital in critical condition. The doctors are able to rescue them by transplanting them new hearts. The police officer has the heart of a pickpocket and the dancer has the heart of a wrestler.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: John Llewellyn MoxeyGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man, struggling with the recent death of his mother, inherits a remote country house. He soon discovers that the house is haunted by the spirit of a woman who was murdered there decades earlier. As he delves into the house's dark past, he finds himself increasingly drawn into the spectral events, blurring the lines between reality and the supernatural.

Critical Reception

Generally considered a modest but atmospheric entry in the gothic horror genre, 'Struggle with Death' is often noted for its eerie mood and unsettling visuals, though its plot can be somewhat convoluted. It found a niche audience who appreciated its B-movie charm and suspenseful build-up.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and gothic setting.

  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable and convoluted plot.

  • Notable for its effective use of suspense despite a lower budget.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable for this lesser-known film, with limited documented feedback.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as part of a television anthology series before being expanded into a feature film.

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