In a Glass Cage

1986
6.7| 1h50m| en| More Info
Released: 31 December 1986 Released
Producted By: T.E.M. Productores S.A.
Country: Spain
Budget: 0
Revenue: 0
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Klaus, a Nazi doctor who used his position as a means to molest young boys, escapes to Spain after the war and returns to his depraved ways. Driven mad by his inability to control his pedophilic urges, Klaus tries to kill himself, but fails and ends up completely incapacitated in an iron lung. When a mysterious teenager named Angelo arrives at his home claiming to be a nurse, Klaus happily hires the boy as his new attendant – a decision he soon regrets.

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Ensofter Overrated and overhyped
Senteur As somebody who had not heard any of this before, it became a curious phenomenon to sit and watch a film and slowly have the realities begin to click into place.
Tayyab Torres Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.
Caryl It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.
znegative This is a twisted film.If you're set on putting yourself in a bad mood, watch 'In a Glass Cage'. The story centers on a Nazi War Criminal/Paedophile/Child-Killer named 'Klaus' who after having fled into exile, has an accident and has to be put in an iron lung. His wife sends away for a nurse, and when a young boy named Angelo shows up, Klaus eagerly hires him, a decision he soon regrets, once it becomes clear that Angelo is just as sick, if not sicker then he is. If you enjoy this movie, you're probably a pervert, so it's better to just say you appreciate it. Great sound effects and atmosphere here.
oasis2000-1 A truly dark and disturbing movie that must be seen. A man with a dark and sordid past who committed crimes against young boys tries to commit suicide and fails, he is only kept alive by a machine called an iron lung and can't move from the neck down. His wife needs help looking after him as she also has a young daughter to look after and a male nurse applies for the job, despite misgivings from his wife he stays. the film contains some very disturbing moments but I believe everyone should watch this film, it is a true classic and will remain in your thoughts long after you have watched it, I will not say more as i don't want to ruin it for anyone except you owe it to yourself to watch it, and watch it with an open mind. Also if you do get to watch this movie then I recommend you watch El Mar, another brilliant movie well worth seeing.
veganflimgeek In a glass cage.Some plot spoilersThe review I read started with Vile and disturbing. Yet fascinating. Could not say it any better. This film is a masterpiece of Shock art. Moody and unflinching this movie tells the story of a nazi pedophile who after failing to end his f***ed up life is tortured when a young male nurse intends to carry out his perversion in front of him as a paralyzed witness.That is what I call a horror film. The kind of horror film many even horror fans would not be able to sit through. This film not just exploitive crap though. It is well made with attention to detail and well acted through out.Big thumbs up. I am not sure however how many people I would recommend this movie to.
pimponbro I was expecting to be horrified by this film. I knew what it was about. After watching the opening scene I thought I wouldn't be able to get through the whole film without having nightmares. I read some reviews about how this film was banned in some places and though I can understand henious nature of the crimes committed, this is the first in your face film that I've seen that deals with the reality of abuse and how these cycles continue unless they are broken. Sometimes you have to be blatantly crass and over the top to get the point across which this film does in an unwavering manner. Personally, I thought most of the film was boring only because it was predictable. The soundtrack is the standout. But overall, it was fairly well made film and I think anyone who thinks this film should be banned should look in their own Glass cage. They are probably the one's who have children hanging from racks in their basement. To anyone who has been a victim of abuse and has chosen to break the cycle, will understand what I mean. Others will probably be disturbed.