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Horror Cult Classic

French giallo sleaze meets family dysfunction in a house of secrets and shifting desires.

FROM EAR TO EAR

How long does it take a razor sharp knife to slice... From Ear to Ear

1970 · 1h 21m · X · Horror / Thriller · IMDB TMDB

A disabled young woman is tormented by two female cousins who play sexual games while she's unable to escape from them.

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What is From Ear to Ear about?

From Ear to Ear is a 1970 French horror-thriller directed by Louis Soulanes about a disabled woman tormented by her cousins, whose cruel games lead to murder and the revelation of a dark family secret.

Synopsis

Lucille, a paralyzed girl, is the scapegoat of her sister and her cousin Josine and Elisa. During a "game" that goes too far, they accidentally kill the lover of Elisa. Whilst attempting to make Lucille bear the guilt of the killing, they discover the frightful secret that would explain the vegetative state of Lucille.
Details & Specs
Director
Louis Soulanes
Writers
Louis Soulanes, Fletcher D. Benson
Release
1970
Runtime
1h 21m
Country
France
Language
French, Italian
Also Known As
The French Cousins, The Coffin, Demonen der liefde, I piaceri delle demoni, Le calde cugine, Love Demons

Why Cult

French Giallo Sleaze

This is giallo through a distinctly French lens, blending murder, sexual decadence, and an unflinching X-rated edge.

Bisexual & Incestuous Undercurrents

Bisexuality, incest, and taboo relationships drive the plot, pushing family dysfunction into uncharted territory.

Dysfunctional Female Dynamics

With a paralyzed protagonist at the mercy of her cousins, the film explores cruelty, jealousy, and shifting alliances among women.

Psychotronic Atmosphere

A swirl of forced voyeurism, sexual games, and murderous secrets delivers a distinctly psychotronic experience.

Questions from the Vault

What is From Ear to Ear about? +

From Ear to Ear follows a disabled young woman who is tormented by her cousins; their cruel games spiral into murder and the exposure of a traumatic family secret.

When was From Ear to Ear released? +

From Ear to Ear was released in 1970.

Who directed From Ear to Ear? +

From Ear to Ear was directed by Louis Soulanes.

How long is From Ear to Ear? +

From Ear to Ear has a runtime of 81 minutes.

What genre is From Ear to Ear? +

From Ear to Ear is a horror-thriller film.

Where can I watch From Ear to Ear? +

From Ear to Ear is available to stream on SassyFlix.