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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

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  • Hedy Lamarr (Samson and Delilah) stars as Eva, a young woman who marries an older man and is rejected on their wedding night. Frustrated, she runs away and meets a younger man who responds to her unfulfilled yearnings. Called "the most whispered about picture in the world" at its release, "Ecstasy" shocked moviegoers with its erotic depiction of sex, particularly scenes of a young Lamarr swimming naked and its images of this unknown beauty at the height of passion. The European film propelled Lamarr into Hollywood stardom and became an internationally-known classic hailed for its sophisticated approach to sexuality, maintaining a special place in movie history.
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    Much heralded erotic film (for its time) that made a sexy star of Hedy Lamarr.

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    03/21/09
    Steve Crum
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    The simple story is told with invention by director Gustav Machaty, who seems especially influenced by the editing techniques of Eisenstein.

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    11/13/07
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    It's a little dull today but it's still interesting from a historical perspective.

    Full Review Source: Combustible Celluloid | comment Comment
    11/13/07
    Jeffrey M. Anderson
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    Ah, the scandal!

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    11/13/07
    Christopher Null
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    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.

    Full Review Source: New York Times | comment Comment
    11/13/07
    Bosley Crowther
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    It still has its charms, both cinematic and sensual.

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    11/13/07
    Jonathan Rosenbaum
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    Unfortunately, the film has aged badly, and today is mainly a curiosity piece.

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    11/13/07
    Dave Kehr
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    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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    11/13/07
    Mick LaSalle
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    It just doesn't live up to its cause celebre rep.

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