

Boom!
1968-05-26 · 113 min · ★ 5.9
Secluding herself in an island mansion in the Mediterranean with her servants and nurses, the wealthy Flora "Sissy" Goforth prepares for her impending death -- and she isn't the only one who's waiting. Known for his attraction to the dying rich, poet Chris Flanders ingratiates himself with the wilting Sissy. Although her friend explains Flanders' "Angel of Death" nature to her, Sissy embraces the vulture-like Flanders.
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- Directors
- Joseph Losey
- Production companies
- Moon Lake, Universal Pictures, John Heyman Productions
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Elizabeth TaylorFlora 'Sissy' Goforth
Richard BurtonChris Flanders
Noël CowardThe Witch of Capri
Joanna ShimkusMiss Black
Michael DunnRudi
Romolo ValliDoctor LuiloTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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