description Cul-de-sac Overview
Cul-de-sac is a 1966 psychological thriller directed by Roman Polanski. The film centers on two wounded criminals seeking shelter with a young British couple residing in an isolated castle in northern England. Their arrival initiates a sequence of conflicts and mental manipulation involving several individuals.
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info Cul-de-sac Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1966 |
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Where is the castle in Cul-de-sac supposed to be?
George and Teresa live in an isolated tidal castle on Holy Island, off the coast of Northumberland. The changing tide cuts off road access, making the location an active part of the film's confinement and tension.
Why do the criminals invade George and Teresa's home?
Wounded gangsters Dickie and Albie seek refuge after a robbery goes wrong. Dickie, played by Lionel Stander, takes control of the household while waiting for instructions from his unseen boss, Katelbach.
Is Cul-de-sac actually a comedy?
Roman Polanski's 1966 film mixes psychological thriller, absurdist comedy, and marital drama. Much of its humor comes from shifting power among Dickie, the timid George, and the unpredictable Teresa.
Did Cul-de-sac win a major film-festival award?
Yes, Cul-de-sac won the Golden Bear at the 1966 Berlin International Film Festival. Its principal cast includes Donald Pleasence, Françoise Dorléac, and Lionel Stander.
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