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Eyes Without a Face (1960)

"The horror film with a heart of mystery."

7.619601h 24mFR
DramaHorrorThriller

Directed by Georges Franju

Rating

7.6/10

Runtime

1h 24m

Language

FR

Release

January 11, 1960

Director

Georges Franju

Official Trailer

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Overview

Dr. Génessier is riddled with guilt after an accident that he caused disfigures the face of his daughter, the once beautiful Christiane, who outsiders believe is dead. Dr. Génessier, along with accomplice and laboratory assistant Louise, kidnaps young women and brings them to the Génessier mansion. ...

Cast

Pierre Brasseur

Pierre Brasseur

Professor Génessier

Alida Valli

Alida Valli

Louise

Édith Scob

Édith Scob

Christiane Génessier

Juliette Mayniel

Juliette Mayniel

Edna Gruber

Alexandre Rignault

Alexandre Rignault

Inspector Parot

Béatrice Altariba

Béatrice Altariba

Paulette Mérodon

Charles Blavette

Charles Blavette

Man from the Pond

Michel Etcheverry

Michel Etcheverry

Doctor Lherminier, forensic surgeon

Claude Brasseur

Claude Brasseur

Police inspector

Yvette Etiévant

Yvette Etiévant

Mother of the little sick man

René Génin

René Génin

Emile Tessot

Lucien Hubert

Lucien Hubert

Man at the funeral

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Eyes Without a Face (1960), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Dr. Génessier is riddled with guilt after an accident that he caused disfigures the face of his daughter, the once beautiful Christiane, who outsiders believe is dead. Dr. Génessier, along with accomplice and laboratory assistant Louise, kidnaps young women and brings them to the Génessier mansion. After rendering his victims unconscious, Dr. Génessier removes their faces and attempts to graft them on to Christiane's.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Eyes Without a Face. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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