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Full Circle
Full Circle is a short-lived American soap opera that aired on CBS from June 27, 1960 to March 10, 1961. The half-hour series starred Dyan Cannon and Jean Byron, and was the first American soap opera to be broadcast live from Hollywood.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends gathers for a party at a remote cabin, but their celebration takes a dark turn when a mysterious guest arrives. The atmosphere grows increasingly tense as secrets and suspicions emerge, leading to a night of psychological torment and violence. As the night progresses, the group grapples with their past actions and their present danger.
Critical Reception
Full Circle, also known as '2000 Maniacs', is a low-budget horror film from H.G. Lewis, often considered a precursor to the slasher genre. It is generally viewed as a primitive but influential example of exploitation cinema, appreciated by fans of cult horror for its B-movie charm and graphic (for its time) depictions of violence.
What Reviewers Say
Noted for its crude but effective atmosphere of dread.
Pioneering in its graphic violence for independent cinema of the era.
Often cited as an early example of H.G. Lewis's distinctive, albeit controversial, style.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's obscurity and age, but it is generally recognized by cult film enthusiasts for its historical significance in early horror cinema.
Fun Fact
Despite its title, the film is more commonly known as '2000 Maniacs' and is often mistaken for the 1964 film of the same name directed by Lewis, which is a far more well-known and celebrated cult classic.
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