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Together they devour life

PG 1968 · 113 min · ★ 5.9 · Drama, Thriller, Horror

Secluding herself in an island mansion in the Mediterranean with her servants and nurses, the wealthy Flora "Sissy" Goforth prepares for her impending death -- and she isn't the only one who's waiting. Known for his attraction to the dying rich, poet Chris Flanders ingratiates himself with the wilting Sissy. Although her friend explains Flanders' "Angel of Death" nature to her, Sissy embraces the vulture-like Flanders.

Directed by Joseph Losey · Written by Tennessee Williams

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Elizabeth Taylor Flora 'Sissy' Goforth
Richard Burton Chris Flanders
Noël Coward The Witch of Capri
Joanna Shimkus Miss Black
Michael Dunn Rudi
Romolo Valli Doctor Luilo
Fernando Piazza Etti
Veronica Wells Simonetta
Howard Taylor Journalist

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