This 1970 American-British co-production drama film, directed by John Newland, tells the story of Francesca, a woman struggling to cope with the death of her lover and her unhappy marriage. As she becomes increasingly obsessed with her late lover, she begins to develop incestuous feelings towards her grown son, James, who has a girlfriend.
The film explores themes of grief, guilt, and the blurring of boundaries between mother and son. Francesca’s husband discovers her intentions and attempts to kill her, leading to a dramatic confrontation.
