Petulia

Petulia

1968 · 105 min · EN · R · 6.0 (51 votes)
Dir. Richard Lester · Starring Julie Christie, George C. Scott, Richard Chamberlain, Arthur Hill, Shirley Knight, Pippa Scott · Music John Barry

“People bugged by people will do extraordinary things.”

DramaRomance

Dr. Archie Bollen is having a midlife crisis. He's just divorced his wife and is establishing a new life for himself. One night, he catches the eye of Petulia Danner, a charming, free-spirited young woman. Petulia's vibrant personality hides her fear of her abusive husband, David, whose father is a powerful society figure. As Petulia and Archie's feelings for each other grow, they must decide what it is they truly want.

VIBE

A dizzying, disorienting dive into the fractured psyches of modern love. Its kaleidoscopic visuals and off-kilter performances create a uniquely melancholic yet strangely hopeful atmosphere, perfect for contemplating life's beautiful mess.

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