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Should I watch this ??


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YES!

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Did you ever watch it?

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i have not

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I got a dvd copy yesterday and I’ll be watching it this weekend.

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i tried to watch it - it has a 1970s feel about it even though it' s suppose to be 17th century.

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That does not sound good. I especially hate a WWII movie where the soldiers have feathered hair cuts, that is if it’s to be taken seriously.

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I just finished and your right, there is a bit of 70’s vibe flowing through it. This was particularly so with the appearance of Father Barre, with his glasses and hairstyle looking quite out of place. If you can get over those things it’s actually a compelling film in my opinion. It’s visually stunning and speaks to the darker side of religion, politics and the nature of man. I’m not sure if you finished it, but the ending was spectacular. I’m actually excited about a second viewing.

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I found a copy of it and am watching it now again after we talked about it. There are some scenes I had totally forgot about, but the 70s vibe didn't really bother me at all.

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That’s great sslssg! I watched it for a 3rd time over the weekend. There is a lot on the net about the actual Father Grandier to look up also. 👍

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It really is a fascinating story.

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Yes it’s very good.

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thanks

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Excellent film.

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It's a hell of a good movie! Highly recommended to those who enjoy a bit of nightmare fuel!

Ken Russell may have gone off the rails during the next few years, but this film and the charming "The Boy Friend" prove that he was indeed a real talent. Once.

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I saw this just now, the complete X-rated version on DVD, and my GOD it was INTENSE and BIZARRE in so many ways!

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Amazing film.

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Agreed, I heard about it's reputation long ago and Oliver Reed is always awesome, but I was lucky this turned up as a donation at my local charity shop, so I had the perfect opportunity to see it and so I took it.

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Great find!!! Yeah Reed’s performance was spectacular.

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I watched it today and thought it was wild and intense with good performances. 8/10 is my rating.

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