
After the death of her abusive father, lonely librarian Martha finds herself caught up in a strange, sadomasochistic relationship with a monstrous husband whom she begins to suspect may be trying to murder her.
Directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder, Martha leans on a strong ensemble — Margit Carstensen, Karlheinz Böhm, Barbara Valentin — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about tv movie titles of 1974.
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