Review of Hysteria (2011) by Karl G — 13 Aug 2012

Amusing true story about the invention of the vibrator in the 1800's! Yep, you heard me right, 1800's! Bloody odd back then they were!

This review of Hysteria (2011) was written by Karl G on 13 Aug 2012.

Hysteria has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Wrightm1 (13) on 25 Jun 2013

A true story about the invention of the vibrator. It's a period piece. Had to get the pun in…

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By Dylan D (818) on 08 Sep 2013

Hysteria certainly isn't a movie for everybody, but it's an approachable movie about a taboo subject that's clean and tasteful…

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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 Darlene M (142) on 20 Sep 2014

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 Tom C (719) on 22 Feb 2015

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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