About the Film
A man living in rural Wisconsin takes care of his bed-ridden mother, who is very domineering and teaches him that all women are evil. After she dies, he misses her, and a year later digs her up and takes her home. He learns about taxidermy and begins robbing graves to get materials to patch her up, and inevitably begins looking for fresher sources of materials. Based loosely on the true story of Ed Gein.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Deranged is a captivating and well-crafted crime and horror and thriller movie from 1974. Directed by Jeff Gillen, and starring Roberts Blossom, Cosette Lee, Leslie Carlson A man living in rural Wisconsin takes care of his bed-ridden mother, who is very domineering and teaches him that all women are evil.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.8/10, Deranged retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 23m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends crime with horror elements, Deranged deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Where to Watch
Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
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