Leopoldo Torre Nilsson, born in 1924 in Argentina, made significant contributions to the world of cult cinema as both a director and writer. His film The Female: Seventy Times Seven (1962) reflects his keen understanding of complex narratives and character dynamics, a hallmark of his style. With a lineage connected to early Argentine cinema through his father, Leopoldo Torres Ríos, Torre Nilsson's work stands out for its exploration of themes often overlooked in mainstream film. His legacy continues to resonate within the realms of exploitation and giallo cinema.
The Female: Seventy Times Seven
Cora is a prostitute in a bordello. Every night, she must look at a hole in the ceiling plaster left there by nibbling rats. The hole torments Cora as it triggers her memories. The ceiling blemish reminds her of the mistakes she made that led to horrible tragedies. This Argentinian drama is about one woman's struggle against hopelessness and regret.
