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Theorem (1968)

Teorema

Mystery, Drama • 1h 38m

Overview

A wealthy Italian household is turned upside down when a handsome stranger arrives, seduces every family member and then disappears. Each has an epiphany of sorts, but none can figure out who the seductive visitor was or why he came.

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TSPDT

2026: #387
2025: #373
2024: #381
2023: #376
2022: #376

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Review

Picture: 8, Audio: 6, Extras: 4

Length

98 mins

Type

Movie

Last Updated

a year ago

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Best English-Friendly Release
Best Video Release
Best Audio Release
Format
UHD Blu-ray
TSPDT
2026: #387
2025: #373
2024: #381
2023: #376
2022: #376
Criterion Forum
Review

Picture: 8, Audio: 6, Extras: 4

Length
98 mins
Type
Movie
Last Updated
a year ago
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