Review of Hysteria (2011) by Christopher G — 29 Oct 2012

Great story, charming performances, an electric movie.

This review of Hysteria (2011) was written by Christopher G on 29 Oct 2012.

Hysteria has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Hugo C (135) on 19 Sep 2013

The story is clear and easy-to-follow. the problem is that the invention of vibrator and the inventor's love story do not add up altogether…

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By Emilia Cinzia P (42) on 30 Jul 2013

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An entertaining little period comedy about an entertaining subject. It's very tastefully handled and Dancy and Everett are good value…

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By Timm S (1,294) on 25 Jun 2013

Nice English Comic Style With Lots Of 'Ooo-eRR!?' Moments. A Nice Peek At How Hindsight On Medical History Can Show How Wrong They Once Got It…

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By Jason C (2,488) on 07 Jan 2014

Very funny. Very interesting. Informative. A bit predictable at the end though…

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By Hrant B (546) on 30 Jul 2013

Hysteria was light comedy charming movie. It is based on true events on how the modern vibrator was invented…

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By Niloo R (200) on 21 Jul 2014

A well-made film with a ludicrous premise and a few good laughs - but based on the premise I thought it would be a lot funnier and more substantial…

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By Monica Reid (48) for Far Out Magazine (48) on 26 Aug 2018

Frivolous as it is, Hysteria is the ideal medium to introduce this part of history to the public…

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Aside from the peculiar plot, the execution is somewhat dull... Gyllenhall tries to do what she can with what she's given, I guess…

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By Mark B (2,206) on 26 Jul 2013

I was surprised how much I liked this film. In a vague way it was like a Carry On film but based upon true events…

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