The Laughing Woman
Watch TrailerBeautiful PR woman, Maria finds herself trapped in the home of the sinister and troubled Dr. Sayer, where she is subjected to a series of increasingly bizarre, terrifying, and degrading sex games. Sayer admits that he has murdered several women after the same ordeal, always killing them at the point of orgasm. But all is not what it seems, and through a series of twists and turns, the whole situation is slowly turned on its head.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Femina Ridens |
| Year | 1969 |
| Country | Italy |
| Genre | Romance, Thriller |
| Director | Piero Schivazappa |
| Runtime | 86 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.8/10 (46 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film uses anxiety as a tool: applied precisely, in the right places. Doesn't let you relax, but doesn't overdo it.
A thriller that rewards on repeat viewing: you notice things the second time around. Worth revisiting.
For fans of suspense and psychological tension. If you need action — this is a different film.
Director: Piero Schivazappa
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: A dark evening, in quiet. Better with someone — there'll be things to talk about after.
🎭 Cast
Dagmar Lassander
Maria
Philippe Leroy
Dr. Sayer
Lorenza Guerrieri
Gida
Varo Soleri
Administrator
Maria Cumani Quasimodo
Sayer's Secretary
Mirella Pamphili
Streetwalker
Manlio Dalla Pria
Politician (uncredited)
Salvatore Furnari
Dwarf (uncredited)
John Karlsen
Manservant (uncredited)
Gennarino Pappagalli
Passerby (uncredited)
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