Review of Sisters (1973) by Cj C — 16 Sep 2008

This hypnotic 70s DePalma thriller contains lots of eerie images and Hitchcockian themes. A quick and interesting little horror film has a lot of great moments.

This review of Sisters (1973) was written by Cj C on 16 Sep 2008.

Sisters has generally received positive reviews.

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By Riff J (755) on 20 Dec 2018

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By Allan C (2,173) on 29 May 2016

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By Ian R (982) on 19 Sep 2015

Yes it rips off Hitchcock, but it manages to still be an interesting movie despite the few weird leaps it takes in places. Stylish and worth watching…

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By Tony Hinds (8) for The Film Stage (3,162) on 19 Jul 2016

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By Jake Wilson (570) for The Age (Australia) (918) on 13 Sep 2018

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By Simon T (674) on 08 Jan 2016

Typical early De Palma: ludicrous premise, perfunctory performances, flashy effects…

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By Cory T (374) on 02 Aug 2013

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