Much heralded erotic film (for its time) that made a sexy star of Hedy Lamarr.
Ecstasy (1933)
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Reviews Counted:9
Fresh:6
Rotten:3
Average Rating:6.1/10
Runtime: 90 mins
Genre: Foreign Films
Synopsis: When a young bride discovers her older husband's impotence, she seeks attention elsewhere. Hedy Lamarr appears in the nude and in a state of sexual passion in this film that caused an international... When a young bride discovers her older husband's impotence, she seeks attention elsewhere. Hedy Lamarr appears in the nude and in a state of sexual passion in this film that caused an international scandal and made her a star. Incredible enlightened and progressive in its portrayal of sexuality (particularly female sexuality), ECSTASY has become a landmark of European cinema. [More]
Starring: Hedy Lamarr, Jaromir Rogoz
Starring: Hedy Lamarr, Jaromir Rogoz
Director: Gustav Machaty
Director: Gustav Machaty
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Jun 11, 2002
Reviews for Ecstasy
The simple story is told with invention by director Gustav Machaty, who seems especially influenced by the editing techniques of Eisenstein.
It's a little dull today but it's still interesting from a historical perspective.
The symbolism with which Director Gustav Machaty attempts to point up the theme of romantic frustration and ultimate fulfillment rather heightens the confusion on the whole, though there are a few isolated instances when it is strikingly effective.
Unfortunately, the film has aged badly, and today is mainly a curiosity piece.
The movie was made by the Czech Gustav Machaty, who had a particular affinity for erotic subjects told from a woman's standpoint.
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