A psychiatrist's casebook exposes the messier side of the generation gap and her own wild double life.
THE WILD SCENE
Dr. Virginia Grant is a psychiatrist dealing with five case studies about the misguided, hedonistic, radical and naive youth and the generation gap between their hippie generation and that of their parents. The fifth story is her own.
Quick Answer
The Wild Scene is a 1970 American drama film directed by William Rowland about a female psychiatrist who discusses her most sensational cases, while she and her daughter become entangled in their own controversial adventures.
Programmer's Pick
Dr. Grant's office hours are less about healing and more about dishing the dirt—on everyone, including herself. If you like your exploitation dramas with a side of psychoanalysis and a parade of counterculture taboos, The Wild Scene is ready to take your case.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Details & Specs
- Director
- William Rowland
- Writers
- Michael Kraike, William Keys, William Rowland, Sam Jacoby
- Release
- 1970
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Country
- United States of America
- Language
- English
- Genres
- Drama
Why This Matters
Featuring Alberta Nelson in a rare leading role, this 1970 drama explores taboo subjects through the lens of a female psychiatrist, reflecting the era's fascination with sexual liberation and countercultural excess.
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Why Cult
Witness five scandalous stories as Dr. Virginia Grant explores the wildest confessions of her patients—and herself.
From drug parties to campus riots, the film immerses itself in the hedonistic chaos of the hippie generation.
The Wild Scene doesn't shy away from controversial themes like incest, prostitution, and political radicalism.
A rare exploitation drama with a female psychiatrist at its center, both as observer and participant.
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Questions from the Vault
When was The Wild Scene released? +
The Wild Scene was released in 1970.
Who directed The Wild Scene? +
The Wild Scene was directed by William Rowland.
How long is The Wild Scene? +
The Wild Scene has a runtime of 96 minutes.
What genre is The Wild Scene? +
The Wild Scene is a drama.
Where can I watch The Wild Scene? +
You can watch The Wild Scene on SassyFlix.
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