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
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... [More]
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Reviews for Ecstasy
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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.
11/13/07
Ah, the scandal!
11/13/07
Unfortunately, the film has aged badly, and today is mainly a curiosity piece.
11/13/07
Top CriticIt just doesn't live up to its cause celebre rep.
08/29/06
It's a little dull today but it's still interesting from a historical perspective.
11/13/07
It still has its charms, both cinematic and sensual.
11/13/07
Top CriticThe movie was made by the Czech Gustav Machaty, who had a particular affinity for erotic subjects told from a woman's standpoint.
11/13/07
Top CriticMuch heralded erotic film (for its time) that made a sexy star of Hedy Lamarr.
03/21/09
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