Repulsion (1965)

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Polanksi's portrayal of a young woman (Catherine Deneuve) struck by debilitating terror hit me harder today than it might have; I've been reading about rape. It's not easy for a man to understand how even a compliment can seem like a threat when sexuality is linked, inextricably, with violence.

The narrative leaves something to be desired, but Repulsion hits hard with sheer atmosphere -- a powerful and extremely unpleasant piece.

- Sam - 2009-10-12 12:13:34