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Assault (1971)
Director: Sidney Hayers
Cast: Suzy Kendall, Frank Finlay, Freddie Jones, James Laurenson
5.5Runtime91 min
Rating15
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After a schoolgirl is raped while taking a short cut through the local woods, and another murdered a few days later, the police are baffled. With the help of a reporter, and against the wishes of a local psychologist, a young schoolteacher uses herself as bait to lure the perpetrator out.
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Directed by Sidney Hayers, this 1971 crime drama/thriller 'Assault' blends suspenseful mystery with chilling horror elements, anchored by powerful performances from stars like Suzy Kendall and Frank Finlay. Fans of classic psychological thrillers will appreciate the film's taut pacing, gritty atmosphere, and exploration of complex themes surrounding violence and victimization.
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Assault is a 1971 British thriller film directed by Sidney Hayers and starring Suzy Kendall, Frank Finlay, Freddie Jones, and Lesley-Anne Down. The screenplay was by John Kruse based on the 1962 novel The Ravine by Phyllis Bretty Young and tells about a police attempt to track down a dangerous rapist/killer on the loose.
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