Strait-Jacket 1964
“WARNING! 'Strait-Jacket' vividly depicts ax murders!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Director
- William Castle
- Networks
- William Castle Productions, Columbia Pictures
What is Strait-Jacket?
Strait-Jacket is a 1964 American film categorized as a thriller, horror, and drama. Directed by William Castle, the production features a cast that includes Joan Crawford, Diane Baker, Leif Erickson, Howard St.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1964
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 19, 1964
- Studios
- William Castle Productions, Columbia Pictures
- Genres
- Thriller, Horror, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10
- Episode runtime
- ~93 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- William Castle Productions, Columbia Pictures
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Overview
Strait-Jacket is a 1964 American film categorized as a thriller, horror, and drama. Directed by William Castle, the production features a cast that includes Joan Crawford, Diane Baker, Leif Erickson, Howard St. John, and John Anthony Hayes. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-three minutes and was released in the United States on January 19, 1964.
The plot follows the story of Lucy Harbin, played by Joan Crawford, who returns to her estranged daughter after spending twenty years in an asylum. Her institutionalization was the result of a double murder involving the death of her husband and his lover by axe. The crime was witnessed by her daughter, Carol, who was present at the time of the incident. Following Lucy's return, suspicions begin to arise regarding her behavior. The film is noted for its vivid depiction of these axe murders. Various international film databases have documented the title, with audience ratings and reviews available through platforms such as ČSFD.cz, Kinobox.cz, and FDb.cz.
Should you watch it?
“A mother returns to her daughter after twenty years in an asylum following a double murder.”
- Features a performance by Joan Crawford
- Directed by horror filmmaker William Castle
- Explores the tension of a mother reuniting with her daughter
- Contains vivid depictions of ax murders that may be disturbing to some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy classic psychological thrillers directed by William Castle.
The film is a thriller and horror drama that features intense, violent imagery and a suspenseful narrative pace.
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Streaming availability for Strait-Jacket varies by region and platform; you should check local listings on The Movie Database for current options.
Is this film worth watching?
The film holds a 72 percent rating on ČSFD and a 66 percent rating on Kinobox, indicating a generally positive reception among viewers.
How long is the film?
The total runtime of the film is one hour and thirty-three minutes.
What is the primary theme of the movie?
The film focuses on the psychological suspense surrounding a mother's return to her daughter after being institutionalized for a double murder.
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