Horror Cult Classic

Manhattan's back alleys simmer with danger as a detective stalks a brutal killer.

AROUSED

Shocking! A Blast of Explosive Desires!

1966 · 1h 18m · NR · Horror / Thriller · IMDB TMDB

In Manhattan, prostitutes are being murdered by a psycho. A detective is assigned to track him down and bring him in.

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What is Aroused about?

Aroused is a 1966 American horror-thriller directed by Anton Holden about a detective tracking a serial killer targeting prostitutes in Manhattan.

Programmer's Pick

Aroused is exploitation sleaze with a pulse, mixing noir grime with sexploitation bravado. If your taste runs to vintage New York grit and fierce female vengeance, this indie shocker is ready to deliver.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Set against the seedy backdrop of Manhattan, Aroused follows detective Johnny as he investigates the vicious murder of a high-priced call girl. His inquiry leads him into the lives of Ginny and Angela, two friends of the victim with their own strong motives and suspicions. Ginny, fiercely determined to catch the murderer herself, is particularly convinced that Louie, a contemptuous bartender with a suspicious private life, is to blame. As danger closes in on those around Johnny, the line between seeking justice and personal involvement blurs, and the city's underbelly is exposed through scenes of exploitation, sexual tension, and suspense. This is a roughie that doesn't shy away from its sleazier angles.

Details & Specs

Director: Anton Holden
Writers: Richard B. Shull, Anton Holden, Ray Jenkins
Release: 1966
Runtime: 1h 18m
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Genres: Horror, Thriller

Cast & Crew

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Director: Anton Holden Writers: Richard B. Shull +2 more

JL Janine Lenon Ginny Smith SH Steve Hollister Detective Johnny JM Joanna Mills Ann FC Fleurette Carter Angela TG Ted Gelanza Gus TP Tony Palladino Louis

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Why Cult

Manhattan Noir Vibe

The film roots its mystery in the dark, rain-slicked streets of 1960s Manhattan, channeling urban anxiety and vice.

Female Revenge Angle

Ginny’s determination to track down and punish the killer brings a rare proactive twist to the usual victim narrative.

Exploitation Roughie Elements

Expect a blend of sexuality, violence, and taboo-breaking content typical of 1960s sexploitation and roughie films.

Suspect Bartender Character

Louie, the contemptuous bartender with a stash of erotic devices, embodies the film’s sinister and sleazy allure.

Scene Gallery

Threat File

Trigger

Call girl murders

Threat

Serial killer targeting prostitutes

Effect

Victims attacked and murdered

Setting

Manhattan's nightlife

Questions from the Vault

Who directed Aroused? +

Aroused was directed by Anton Holden.

How long is Aroused? +

Aroused has a runtime of 78 minutes.

What genre is Aroused? +

Aroused is a horror-thriller with strong exploitation and sexploitation elements.

Where can I watch Aroused? +

You can watch Aroused on SassyFlix.

Why does Ginny suspect Louie is the killer? +

Ginny suspects Louie because he openly expresses contempt for prostitutes and she discovers his collection of erotic devices, deepening her suspicions.