Monkeys in the Attic

Monkeys in the Attic

A Tale of Exploding Dreams!

1974 · 80 min · ★ 3.5 · Drama

Two artsy/hippie couples sharing a townhouse play head-games with each other and with a pizza-delivery driver.

Directed by Morley Markson · Written by Morley Markson

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