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The Conspiracy of Torture

1969·Movie
1h 39min
64
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy8

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, crime, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

In 1599 Italy, Beatrice Cenci is the teenage daughter of the crazed landowner and nobleman Francesco Cenci who keeps her locked up in the dungeon of his castle where he sexually abuses her. Beatrice plots with her stepmother, her besotted servant Olimpio, as well as a local bandit, named Catalano to plan Francesco’s murder.
Historical TragedyItalian Gothic DramaPatriarchal OppressionRevenge PlotPsychological TormentDark & GrittyTrue Crime InspiredMoral DilemmaPeriod Piece

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Is The Conspiracy of Torture worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Conspiracy of Torture rated?

ViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Conspiracy of Torture?

1 h 39 min

The Conspiracy of Torture runs 1 h 39 min.

Is The Conspiracy of Torture based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The Conspiracy of Torture in?

Italian

It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.

In how many countries can I watch The Conspiracy of Torture?

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