Violated! 1973
"What led nice girls like these into dark alleys at night?"
In the neon-lit underbelly of 1973 Los Angeles, a chilling rape-and-revenge thriller unfolds when a masked marauder—brandishing swastikas—preys on unsuspecting women in dark alleys.
Director: Albert Zugsmith
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Violated! (1973) about?
Set in Los Angeles, the film follows a masked attacker who terrorizes women, carving swastikas into his victims. As fear grips the city, the film explores the psychological and societal fallout of violence and survival.
Who directed Violated!?
Albert Zugsmith, a director known for bold and often provocative films in the 1960s and 70s, helmed *Violated!* with a no-holds-barred approach.
Who stars in Violated!?
The film features Susanne Suzan, Rene Bond, Britt Nilsson, Jay Scott, and Ric Lutze as key players in this tense drama.
Is Violated! (1973) worth watching?
While unrated and raw in style, *Violated!* offers a fascinating glimpse into 70s exploitation cinema and the themes of violence and revenge. It's a cult curiosity for fans of gritty, thematically intense films, even if it's not for everyone.
How long is Violated!?
The film runs for 85 minutes.
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About Violated! (1973) — The Forgotten Rape-Revenge Thriller That Defines a Dark Era
In the neon-lit underbelly of 1973 Los Angeles, a chilling rape-and-revenge thriller unfolds when a masked marauder—brandishing swastikas—preys on unsuspecting women in dark alleys.
Directed by the prolific Albert Zugsmith and blending elements of thriller, drama, and horror, *Violated!* dives into the gritty psychology of its era, exposing the era's darker impulses and the fragile veneer of safety in a city that never sleeps. With Susanne Suzan, Rene Bond, and Britt Nilsson leading a cast of bold performances, the film crafts an atmosphere thick with tension and moral reckoning. More than just exploitation cinema, this lost gem examines the fragility of innocence and the brutal consequences of unchecked violence.
A forgotten relic of 70s exploitation that still packs a punch today.