Category: Cult Classic
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ZETA ONE
Zeta One, also known as The Love Slaves, Alien Women, and The Love Factor, is a British comedy science fiction film from 1969. It was directed by Michael Cort and stars James Robertson Justice (known for his role in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), Robert Hawdon, Charles Hawtrey (known for the Carry On Films series), Anna…
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QUADROPHENIA
“Quadrophenia,” directed by Franc Roddam in 1979, is a British film based on The Who’s rock opera album of the same name. Set in 1964, the movie follows Jimmy Cooper, a disillusioned young man from London who finds solace in the Mod subculture of fashion, music, and scooters. Played by Phil Daniels, Jimmy is disenchanted…
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THE MAGIC CHRISTIAN
“The Magic Christian” is a 1969 British satirical comedy film directed by Joseph McGrath and based on the novel of the same name by Terry Southern. The film features a cast of notable actors, including Peter Sellers, Ringo Starr, Raquel Welch, and Christopher Lee.The story follows Sir Guy Grand (Peter Sellers), an eccentric and immensely…
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HAROLD AND MAUDE
“Harold and Maude” is a 1971 dark comedy directed by Hal Ashby. The film stars Bud Cort as Harold Chasen, a young man obsessed with death, and Ruth Gordon as Maude, a lively and eccentric 79-year-old woman who becomes an unexpected companion in Harold’s life. The story revolves around the unconventional relationship between Harold, a…
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CREEPSHOW
“Creepshow” is a 1982 horror anthology film directed by George A. Romero and written by Stephen King, based on King’s short stories. The film pays homage to the classic horror comics of the 1950s, presenting a series of five macabre tales, each with its own cast of characters. The film is framed around the story…
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DIE SCREAMING MARIANNE
“Die Screaming Marianne” is a suspenseful British exploitation film from 1971, directed by Pete Walker. A tale of deception, betrayal, and revenge offers a unique blend of psychological drama and suspense. The story revolves around Marianne (played by Susan George), an attractive young woman who has lived a life of tragedy and turmoil. Marianne has…
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THE BIG LEBOWSKI
“The Big Lebowski” is a cult classic 1998 film directed by the Coen Brothers, known for their unique blend of dark comedy and eccentric characters. The film takes viewers on a wild and absurdly entertaining ride through the quirky subcultures of Los Angeles. The story centers around Jeffrey “The Dude” Lebowski (played by Jeff Bridges),…
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SUSPIRIA (77)
“Suspiria” is a 1977 Italian horror film directed by Dario Argento. The story follows an American ballet dancer, Suzy Bannion, played by Jessica Harper, who arrives in Freiburg, Germany, to attend a prestigious dance academy. Upon her arrival, she is met with an eerie and unsettling atmosphere, marked by strange occurrences and a series of…
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SHIVERS (NSFW)
“Shivers,” a 1975 chilling and provocative science fiction horror film directed by David Cronenberg, explores the nightmarish consequences of a scientific experiment gone awry, unleashing a deadly and sexually transmitted parasite upon a luxurious high-rise apartment complex. The film is set in the luxurious Starliner Towers, a self-contained and high-tech residential complex designed to cater…
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PEEPING TOM
“Peeping Tom,” a 1960 psychological thriller directed by Michael Powell, delves into the dark and unsettling world of voyeurism, obsession, and the blurred lines between art and horror. Mark Lewis (Karlheinz Böhm) is a reclusive and introverted young man who works as a cameraman by day and a voyeuristic serial killer by night. His camera…
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