They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
Movie • 1969 • Drama
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In the midst of the Great Depression, manipulative emcee Rocky enlists contestants for a dance marathon offering a $1,500 cash prize. Among them are a failed actress, a middle-aged sailor, a delusional blonde and a pregnant girl.
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pleasestaysafe
A child has a violent trauma resulting in a horse's death played out in front of him of what appears to be his father, or guardian.
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Are there incestuous relationships?
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pleasestaysafe
In a sense, as one of the contestants forces herself onto a sexual partner when he showed hesitation and did not fully consent as she kept going despite that.
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Is someone gaslighted?
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A certain death is treated as if it never occurred despite the fact it happened in front of several contestants and the host.
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Is there a dead animal?
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Is shown on-screen for brief moments.
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Does a horse die?
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Read the title
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Yes, a horse at the beginning of the film.
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pleasestaysafe
Happens off-screen. There is a mention, as a contestant recounts the trauma.
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Bodily Harm
Does someone fall to their death?
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Technically, as a result of the gunshot wound.
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Is there a shower scene?
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Numerous times contestants are seen showering. Mild nudity, the big shower scene is fully clothed.
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Are there anxiety attacks?
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pleasestaysafe
Due to the intensity, several characters act out. However, there is one in particular who is terribly screaming and shouting as they experience a physical hallucination due to this, much to the fear and dismay of the entire room and those who need help.
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Technically, as it is assisted.
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