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Repulsion (1965)

“The nightmare world of a virgin's dreams becomes the screen's shocking reality!”

7.4/10 · 1,132 votes 1h 45m nr ThrillerDramaHorror

#7 of 12 films from 1965 #321 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Roman Polanski · Written by Roman Polanski, Gérard Brach

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Overview

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.

Cast

Catherine Deneuveas Carol Ledoux
Ian Hendryas Michael
John Fraseras Colin
Yvonne Furneauxas Hélène Ledoux
Patrick Wymarkas le propriétaire
Renée Houstonas Mme Balch
Valerie Tayloras Mme Denise
James Villiersas John
Helen Fraseras Brigitte
Monica Merlinas Mme Rendesham
Hugh Futcheras Reggie
Imogen Grahamas Manicurist
Mike Prattas Workman
Roman Polanskias Spoon Player

Facts

Release dateJune 1, 1965
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) — shorter as the 1965 average of 115 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$300,000
Box office$3,100,000 (10.3× budget)
IMDbtt0059646

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Questions

How long is Repulsion?
Repulsion runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is Repulsion worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 1,132 votes, which places it #7 of 12 films released in 1965 in this index (top 50%) and #321 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Repulsion?
Repulsion was directed by Roman Polanski. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Pianist (2002), Chinatown (1974), Rosemary's Baby (1968).
Who stars in Repulsion?
Catherine Deneuve as Carol Ledoux; Ian Hendry as Michael; John Fraser as Colin; Yvonne Furneaux as Hélène Ledoux; Patrick Wymark as le propriétaire; Renée Houston as Mme Balch.
What is Repulsion rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Repulsion?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/78433.

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