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Key Features:
Infatuation, Seduction, Housekeeper, Widower, Family drama, Obsession, Sexual tension, Rivalry, Dysfunctional family, Betrayal, Manipulation, Psychological thriller, Desire
Tone:
serious, suspense-driven, dramatic
Target Audience:
Fans of psychological thrillers, Viewers interested in family dramas, Those who enjoy stories of obsession, Adult drama viewers
Emotional Arc:
Desire → Tension → Betrayal

Malicious

1973-03-29
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A widower and two of his sons become infatuated by their beautiful housekeeper, and all three set out to seduce her using their own unique methods.

Genres
Comedy
Cast
Laura Antonelli, Turi Ferro, Alessandro Momo, Tina Aumont, Lilla Brignone, Pino Caruso, Angela Luce, Stefano Amato, Gianluigi Chirizzi, Grazia Di Marzà
Crew
Salvatore Samperi, Salvatore Samperi, Salvatore Samperi, Alessandro Parenzo, Ottavio Jemma
Rating
7.3(340 votes)
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