The Beguiled
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The Beguiled

While recuperating in a Confederate girls' boarding school, a Union soldier cons his way into each of the lonely women's hearts, causing them to turn ...on each other, and eventually, on him. Show More

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In The Beguiled (1971), set during the Civil War, a Union soldier named John McBurney (Clint Eastwood) is severely injured and seeks refuge in a Confederate girls' boarding school. The isolated and vulnerable women at the school, led by Miss Martha Farnsworth (Geraldine Page), take him in and nurse him back to health.

As John begins to recover, his presence gradually disrupts the peaceful environment of the school. The young women, already deprived of male companionship, are enchanted by his charm and slyly competed for his attention. The atmosphere quickly turns tense as jealousy and repressed desires fuel rivalries among the students and teachers.

Soon, the women's infatuation with John turns into a dangerous obsession. Their feelings of love and attraction soon give way to suspicion and deceit, leading to a series of unexpected and dramatic events. John, caught in the crossfire, must navigate the treacherous territory, aware that his actions have incited a dangerous storm.

Directed by renowned filmmaker Don Siegel, The Beguiled offers a captivating blend of psychological suspense, lust, and manipulation. The film masterfully explores themes of sexual repression, power dynamics, and survival instincts amidst a war-torn setting. With memorable performances from an ensemble cast, including Eastwood, Page, and Elizabeth Hartman, The Beguiled provides a gripping tale of love gone wrong, showcasing the dark side of human nature.

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The Beguiled

Release Date:

23 Jan 1971

Writers:

Albert Maltz, Irene Kamp, Thomas Cullinan

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