Sin is about a man who returns to his Greek island homeland and becomes involved in an affair with his childhood friend's wife, ultimately leading to violence and crime.

Drama Cult Classic

Lust and betrayal ignite on a sun-drenched Greek island in George P. Cosmatos's drama of passion and consequence.

SIN

1971 · 1h 28m · R · Drama · IMDB TMDB

A beautiful but frustrated housewife begins an affair with a former childhood friend. When her suspicious husband starts to show signs of jealousy, the adulterous couple plot to murder him.

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What is Sin about?

Sin is a 1971 United Kingdom drama film directed by George P. Cosmatos about a man whose return to his Greek island homeland sparks an affair with his childhood friend's wife, leading to violence and crime.

Programmer's Pick

Sin gives you Raquel Welch as the restless Elena and all the Mediterranean heat you could want—Cyprus proves to be fertile ground for betrayal. George P. Cosmatos crafts marital tension and forbidden romance into something with just enough bite.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Orestes returns from London to his native Greek island to handle his late father's estate, only to find himself ensnared in the complexities of old friendships and simmering desires. He begins an affair with Elena, the beautiful and frustrated wife of his childhood friend Yanni. As their illicit relationship intensifies, suspicion arises and marital jealousy transforms simple temptation into dangerous plotting. Set against the sunlit backdrop of Cyprus, Sin explores the grim consequences of betrayal and passion, offering a portrait of a marriage unraveling amid secrets and escalating tension. George P. Cosmatos directs this slow-burn drama where the idyllic setting contrasts with the storm brewing beneath the surface.

Details & Specs

Director: George P. Cosmatos
Writer: George P. Cosmatos
Release: 1971
Runtime: 1h 28m
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Genres: Drama
Also Known As: Restless, Original title: The Beloved

Why This Matters

This film marks the directorial debut of George P. Cosmatos and features Raquel Welch in a leading role, with production taking place on location in Cyprus.

— SassyFlix Curator