The story follows Barbara Scott (Parker), a woman who begins to experience a recurring dream about a masked stranger. As the narrative progresses, it is revealed that the source of her fixation is a deep-seated, repressed attraction toward her own son, Paul. The film explores the psychological tension and the eventual breaking of social boundaries between the two characters. Modern "Then and Now" Interest
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Would you like a shorter version or one focused on a different aspect (e.g., cinematography or cultural impact)? The story follows Barbara Scott (Parker), a woman
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As Barbara’s emotional state deteriorates, a friend (Juliet Anderson) attempts to broaden her horizons by introducing her to the local swinger scene. However, instead of finding relief in traditional dating or group sex, Barbara’s repressed desires manifest as an obsessive, "unthinkable" sexual attraction to her son. The film culminates in a mutual seduction that shatters the central familial taboo.