Odd Obsession 1959
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What is Odd Obsession?
Odd Obsession is a 1959 drama and comedy film directed and released during an era of significant international cinema recognition. The story centers on a middle-aged husband who feels intimidated by his younger wife's youth, leading to arousal issues that he attempts to solve by introducing his daughter's lover to his wife.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1959
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 107 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 23, 1959
- Studios
- Daiei Film
- Genres
- Drama
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Overview
Odd Obsession is a 1959 drama and comedy film directed and released during an era of significant international cinema recognition. The story centers on a middle-aged husband who feels intimidated by his younger wife's youth, leading to arousal issues that he attempts to solve by introducing his daughter's lover to his wife.
The film holds notable cultural significance due to its success on the festival circuit, having been entered into the 1960 Cannes Film Festival where it won the Jury Prize, alongside receiving the 1960 Samuel Goldwyn International Award. The film combines dramatic and comedic elements over a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes.
Should you watch it?
“An intimidated middle-aged husband schemes to ignite passion by involving his daughter's lover.”
- It won the Jury Prize at the 1960 Cannes Film Festival.
- It received the 1960 Samuel Goldwyn International Award.
- It explores a unique and intense psychological premise regarding marital inadequacy.
- Viewers may find the central marital and familial manipulation premise uncomfortable.
Watch it if you appreciate acclaimed international drama features from 1959.
The tone is dramatic and comedic, with a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes suitable for mature audiences.
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Whether it is worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of award-winning international cinema, having won the Jury Prize at the 1960 Cannes Film Festival.
What is the binge duration?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes.
What are the essential episodes?
Odd Obsession is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.
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