Full Circle (1978)

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After the death of her daughter, wealthy housewife Julia Lofting abruptly leaves her husband and moves into an old Victorian home in London to re-start her life. All seems well until she is haunted by the sadness of losing her own child and the ghosts of other children.

Film Overview
"Full Circle" likewise referred to as "The Haunting of Julia" in the United States, is an atmospheric supernatural horror film from 1978. It is based on 'Julia', a haunting unique written by Peter Straub. Directed by Richard Loncraine, the movie includes Mia Farrow ahead role, together with Keir Dullea and Tom Conti. The plot is centered around a woman's escalating fear following the death of her child, accompanied by apparitions and a spooky revelation of a past haunting.

Plot Introduction
In the film, Mia Farrow represents Julia Lofting, a rich American female living in London with her spouse, Magnus Lofting, played by Keir Dullea. The couple's seemingly ideal life is shattered when their young daughter, Kate, chokes to death at breakfast. Not able to conserve her, Julia suffers a subsequent psychological breakdown, leading her to divide from Magnus and move into an old Victorian home to cope with her sorrow.

Haunting Begins
Independently living in her brand-new house, Julia begins to experience a series of unsettling and scary occasions. She hears peculiar sounds, areas indescribable figures, and handle disappearances of products around your home. Julia thinks she's being haunted by her deceased child's spirit and attempts to communicate with her, just to discover that the ghost might not be Kate after all.

Discovery of a Dark Past
Her ghostly encounters lead Julia to penetrate the past of her big and ornate Victorian house. She reveals a painful history including a well-known child murderer, called "Georgie", a previous homeowner of your house. As the spirit's threats heighten, Julia is encouraged that Georgie is vengealous towards her, ostensibly seeing her as her own neglectful mother.

Climax and Conclusion
Overwhelmed by her own sorrow and the horrifying discoveries about your house's past, Julia is driven to the verge of madness. Her efforts to exorcise the ghost and her efforts to leave the haunting spiral into a shocking climax including an unanticipated murder. The film ends on a frightening note as it is suggested that the sinister spirit of Georgie will continue to haunt and torture Julia forever.

Reception
Complimented for its spine-chilling thriller and compelling story, Full Circle got combined to favorable reviews upon release. Mia's efficiency in expressing a series of terror-stricken feelings was especially valued. Although it wasn't a major blockbuster at the box workplace, Full Circle has actually considering that gotten a cult following among scary genre enthusiasts.

Conclusion
Full Circle successfully develops an environment of supernatural dread strung together with an extensive exploration of sorrow and loss. The covering impact of the past, both personal and historical, represented through the haunting produces an unforgettable cinematic experience. The movie's blend of mental and supernatural elements conjures up a complex and troubling layer of horror, making it a standout piece in the 70s scary film scene.

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