Compulsion 1959
“THEIRS WAS THE PERFECT CRIME they thought! They were too sure...too smart...too careful to leave a clue -- but they did! and it exploded -- The shocking story of two teenagers out for kicks...looking for thrills...and finding them!”
What is Compulsion?
Compulsion is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, History, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1959
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 103 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 1, 1959
- Studios
- Darryl F. Zanuck Productions, 20th Century Fox
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, History, Thriller
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Compulsion is a film first released in 1959. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, History, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Darryl F. Zanuck Productions, 20th Century Fox. Current status: Released.
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“A gripping exploration of crime and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Compulsion worth watching?
Compulsion holds a community rating of 7.1/10. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Compulsion and when was it released?
Compulsion is a feature film with a runtime of 103 minutes. It was released in 1959. Release status: Released.
Who directed Compulsion?
Compulsion was directed by Richard Fleischer.
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