This film is based on the 1963 novel by John Fowles (which I also read). The performances by Terrance Stamp and Samantha Eggar still hold-up intently almost fifty years later. Terrance Stamp plays the character role of Frederick Clegg who is chasing a butterfly in a field to add to his collection when he comes upon a country house for sale in one of the opening scenes. Exploring the building he discovers it has a large cellar in an outbuilding, and in a voice over he explains he decided to buy the house because of its isolation, and because it suits a plan he has in mind.
It was nominated for Academy Awards in 1965 for Best Actress (Samantha Eggar), Best Director (William Wyler) and Best Adapted Screenplay. It's a thrilling drama of suspense that will keep your interest all the way through.
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