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Roman Polanski's first film in English is also possibly his most complete and certainly one of the most affecting horror films ever made. Catherine Deneuve is a shy young seamstress who lives with her sister in London. But when the sister and boyfriend leave her alone for a short holiday, all her repressed fears and emotions rise to the surface.

Keywords:

Drama, Horror, Thriller, Movie, Film, Movies, Films

Additional Information:

(Black and white) (1965) (UK) (5 Star)

Cast:

Catherine Deneuve	.... Carole Ledoux
Ian Hendry	.... Michael
John Fraser	.... Colin
Yvonne Furneaux	.... Hélène Ledoux
Patrick Wymark	.... Landlord
Renee Houston	.... Miss Balch

Supporting Cast:

Valerie Taylor	.... Madame Denise
James Villiers	.... John
Helen Fraser	.... Bridget
Hugh Futcher	.... Reggie
Monica Merlin	.... Mrs. Rendlesham
Imogen Graham	.... Manicurist
Mike Pratt	.... Workman

Directors:

Roman Polanski