Pretty Maids All in a Row 1971
"A good football coach, can get away with murder"
Dive into the darkly comic and scandalously stylish *Pretty Maids All in a Row (1971)*, directed by Roger Vadim and set in the sun-soaked yet sinister halls of Oceanfront High School.
Director: Roger Vadim
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pretty Maids All in a Row (1971) about?
Set in a high school where students are being targeted by a serial killer, the film balances dark humor with shocking crime. A married teacher hides his dalliances with students while an awkward young man struggles with the school's permissive atmosphere, all under the watchful eye of a morally ambiguous coach.
Who directed Pretty Maids All in a Row?
Roger Vadim, the French director behind *Barbarella* and other cult classics, helmed this provocative thriller.
Who stars in Pretty Maids All in a Row?
The film features Rock Hudson, Angie Dickinson, Telly Savalas, Roddy McDowall, and Keenan Wynn in standout roles.
Is Pretty Maids All in a Row (1971) worth watching?
While not a mainstream hit, this stylish thriller offers a unique blend of crime, comedy, and dark satire that fans of 1970s cinema will appreciate. Its mix of suspense and scandal makes it a cult favorite for those who enjoy provocative storytelling.
How long is Pretty Maids All in a Row?
The runtime is 91 minutes.
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About Pretty Maids All in a Row (1971) — A 1970s Thriller with Murder, Mystery, and Rock Hudson's Dark Comedy
Dive into the darkly comic and scandalously stylish *Pretty Maids All in a Row (1971)*, directed by Roger Vadim and set in the sun-soaked yet sinister halls of Oceanfront High School. With a lethal mix of crime, mystery, and thriller elements, this underrated gem follows a football coach whose extracurricular affairs with students are the least of his worries when a serial killer begins preying on the school's alluring female teens.
The film weaves a provocative tale of power, temptation, and danger, amplified by Telly Savalas' razor-sharp performance as the morally ambiguous detective and Angie Dickinson's magnetic portrayal of a teacher caught in the crossfire. Infused with Vadim's signature blend of sensuality and suspense, *Pretty Maids All in a Row* delivers a razor-edged satire of 1970s societal norms, where seduction meets murder in the most unexpected places.