Product: Rosemary's Baby (El Bebe de Rosemary) [ NON-USA FORMAT, NTSC, Reg.4 Import - Latin America ] (1968)
Rating: 4.0
Stunning. Stands the test of time��
Strangely, I'd never seen Rosemary's Baby until recently. On reflection, I can imagine that at the time of its initial release it was viewed as scandalous, outrageous, horrific.I'll admit it doesn't compete on the same plain as the high-tech CIG assisted horror films of today for out and out blood and guts, but I don't think that was ever its intent.This movie is haunting, unnerving, subtle, and seductive.Roman Polanski wasn't just playing the kazoo here. Every shot is styled, timed, and positioned meticulously, and beautifully to craft an ingenious adaptation of the Ira Levin novel. It's not without Polanski's own subtle touches. I love the `aren't you Victoria Vetri, the actress?" question Rosemary (Mia Farrow) asks the `real' Victoria Vetri (playing a bit part in the film's opening sequence).Ypu may recognize Samantha Steven's father, Maurice (Maurice Evans) as `Hutch'.Ruth Gordon is a scene stealer as the nosy neighbor, and John Cassavettes' shines in a very subdued and strong performance as Rosemary's husband, Guy, a man with a hidden agenda.A masterful piece of work, today, or tomorrow.