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A beachside romance takes a surreal turn under the spell of jealousy and ancient magic.

SCYLA

Love ignited her obsession. Revenge destroyed her perfection.

1967 · 57m · NR · Drama / Fantasy / Romance · IMDB TMDB

Beach bum Gregory becomes obsessed with the beautiful Scyla. Out of jealousy, his witch ex-girlfriend Circe crafts a potion to turn Scyla ugly.

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What is Scyla about?

Scyla is a 1967 American drama, fantasy, and romance film directed by Nick Millard about a beach bum whose obsession with a beautiful sunbather draws the jealous wrath of his witch ex-girlfriend.

Programmer's Pick

Where else do you get a jealous witch, a sunbathing goddess, and enough hair play to make even the gods blush? Nick Millard serves mythic softcore with a distinctly sixties American flavor.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

On a sun-drenched beach, Gregory—an aimless beach bum—becomes captivated by the alluring Scyla as she lounges in the sand. His fascination quickly becomes the talk of the dunes, but not everyone is pleased. Gregory's former lover, Circe, happens to be both possessive and a witch, and she cannot tolerate his newfound obsession. Fueled by jealousy, Circe brews a magical potion designed to rob Scyla of her beauty. This short feature blends elements of drama, fantasy, and romance, layering its sun-bleached setting with mythical intrigue and seductive tensions. Viewers can expect a tale where desire, envy, and the supernatural collide on the shoreline.

Details & Specs

Director
Nick Millard
Release
1967
Runtime
57m
Country
United States of America
Genres
Drama, Fantasy, Romance

Cast & Crew

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Director: Nick Millard
Cathy Adams Cathy Adams Scyla Dane (uncredited) Antoinette Maynard Antoinette Maynard Nymph (uncredited)

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Why Cult

Mythic Softcore

Greek goddess tropes and beachside seduction intertwine with softcore fantasy, making this a uniquely sultry watch.

Witchy Jealousy

Jealousy gets a supernatural twist thanks to Circe, a possessive ex with a penchant for magical potions.

Sixties Beach Vibes

Sun, sand, and a laid-back beach bum set the perfect retro scene for this blend of fantasy and romance.

Hair Tickling Seduction

Unusual sensuality abounds, with hair play and voyeurism lending a playful, erotic edge.

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Questions from the Vault

When was Scyla released? +

Scyla was released in 1967.

Who directed Scyla? +

Scyla was directed by Nick Millard.

How long is Scyla? +

Scyla has a runtime of 57 minutes.

What genre is Scyla? +

Scyla is a drama, fantasy, and romance film.

Where can I watch Scyla? +

Scyla is available to watch on SassyFlix.

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