Repulsion

1965

1h 45m

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7.4/10

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Beautiful young manicurist Carole suffers from androphobia (the pathological fear of interaction with men). When her sister and roommate, Helen, leaves their London flat to go on an Italian holiday with her married boyfriend, Carole withdraws into her apartment. She begins to experience frightful hallucinations, her fear gradually mutating into madness.

Directors

Roman Polanski

Writers

Gérard Brach(screenplay by)

Roman Polanski(screenplay by)

David Stone(adaptation by)

Stars

Catherine Deneuve

Ian Hendry

John Fraser

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Carol Ledoux

Michael

Colin

Hélène Ledoux

le propriétaire

Mme Balch

Mme Denise

John

Brigitte

Mme Rendesham

Reggie

Manicurist

Workman

Spoon Player

Directors

Roman Polanski

Writers

Gérard Brach(screenplay by)

Roman Polanski(screenplay by)

David Stone(adaptation by)

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8/10

Repulsion is an alarming and compelling psychological thriller that presents an unsettling exploration of a woman's descent into madness. Polanski masterfully creates an atmosphere of claustrophobic dread. What sets this film apart is its bold decision to centre the narrative on a female protagonist who, in a rare move for the genre, is the killer rather than the victim. The film's chilling portrayal of isolation and paranoia lingers long after the credits roll, making it an unforgettable entry in psychological horror.

griggs7903 Oct, 2024