
The Razor's Edge(1984)
An American WWI veteran undertakes a spiritual quest that takes him from Paris to Nepal to the Himalayas and back to his hometown. Upon his return, he discovers he is not the only one who has changed.


“People bugged by people will do extraordinary things.”
Dr. Archie Bollen is having a midlife crisis. He's just divorced his wife and is establishing a new life for himself. One night, he catches the eye of Petulia Danner, a charming, free-spirited young woman. Petulia's vibrant personality hides her fear of her abusive husband, David, whose father is a powerful society figure. As Petulia and Archie's feelings for each other grow, they must decide what it is they truly want.

Julie Christie
Petulia Danner

George C. Scott
Dr. Archie Bollen

Richard Chamberlain
Dave Danner

Arthur Hill
Barney

Shirley Knight
Polo

Pippa Scott
May

Kathleen Widdoes
Wilma

Richard Dysart
Motel Receptionist

Ruth Kobart
Nun

Roger Bowen
Warren
Petulia is a drama, romance film released in 1968 exploring themes of divorce, socialite. Directed by Richard Lester, it stars Julie Christie, George C. Scott, Richard Chamberlain. Dr. Archie Bollen is having a midlife crisis. He's just divorced his wife and is establishing a new life for himself. One night, he catches the eye of Petulia Danner, a charming, free-spirited young woman. Petulia's vibrant personality hides her fear of her abusive husband, David, whose father is a powerful society figure. As Petulia and Archie's feelings for each other grow, they must decide what it is they truly want.
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