Review of Obsession (1943) by Mike C — 22 Dec 2007

Relentless depiction of lust and greed in impoverished Italy. Great!

This review of Obsession (1943) was written by Mike C on 22 Dec 2007.

Obsession has generally received very positive reviews.

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A landmark film in both Neo-Realist and giallo traditions, the legacy of Ossessione lives and breathes in every frame…

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By Dave C (1,370) on 16 May 2007

Not my favourite by Visconti, but still a classic of Italian cinema and the best adaptation of the Postman Always Rings Twice that you're likely…

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By Ben H (1,875) on 08 Nov 2007

Massimo Girotti is like the Italian Paul Newman. Amazing movie stars could get away with hair shoulders in those days…

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By Chiara M (46) on 29 Sep 2008

An example of perfect drama - that makes you feel the way the characters do with all the atmosphere - the interior, the landacapes, the lack…

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By Joelle K (11) on 12 Jun 2008

I was slightly underwhelmed by this movie aside from a few key scenes. it was just too damn long…

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By Kaho W (21) on 29 Jul 2007

Engaging story. Love Visconti's low angle shots and full shots, beautifully done and always so precise…

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By Jens T (504) on 04 Jul 2011

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Dragged on for a little too long as I had to watch it in a film class, but the plot was kind of interesting…

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By Sam R (559) on 08 Feb 2008

I'm always reluctant about Italian neo-realism because I always expect a big, long misery-fest about how hard life is but this had a bit more…

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