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The Furies

1930·Movie
1h 9min

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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline4
  • Scare4

Heart

Melancholic and moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History, mystery, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

This film is believed lost.

Fifi Sands, whose husband is constantly unfaithful, is prevented from obtaining a divorce by Bedlow, her husband's lawyer. At a dinner party given by Smith, a columnist, she announces that her husband has at last granted her freedom; but Owen McDonald, her childhood sweetheart, whom she still loves, is disappointed to learn that she is not asking for alimony or a settlement. When her young son, Alan, announces that his father has been murdered, he accuses his mother of trying to shield McDonald, whom he suspects of the crime. Fifi goes to Bedlow for aid, and learning that she no longer loves McDonald, he agrees to help; but Bedlow locks her in the apartment, then confesses his love for her and admits to the murder of her husband. Dr. Cummings and Alan come to her aid; and returning to the drawing room, they find that Bedlow has leaped to his death. Fifi finds happiness at last with the doctor.
Pre-Code DramaCrimeMurder MysteryStrong Female LeadComplex Family RelationshipsPsychological1930sMelodrama

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Furies worth watching?

64
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 5.8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Furies rated?

Violence

Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Furies?

1 h 9 min

The Furies runs 1 h 9 min.

What language is The Furies in?

English

It was made in English.

What tropes does The Furies use?

Eye ScreamThe Film of the BookMoney to BurnPlease Spare Him, My Liege!Worthless CurrencyI Have No Son!

TV Tropes lists 6 storytelling tropes for The Furies, including Eye Scream, The Film of the Book, Money to Burn.