Ellen, a successful astronomer, cares for her mentally-ill sister, Cissy, who keeps a variety of primates in the home they inherited from their anthropologist father. When Ellen begins a romance, Cissy's jealousy proves deadly.
- Franz-Josef BaurSeptember 5, 2025„The Mafu Cage“ is definitely not a movie for everyone. It is slow, dialog-heavy and its disturbing mood can be distressing. However, those who appreciate sophisticated psychological cinema and are willing to engage in an intense character study will be rewarded with a unique and unforgettable movie experience. A rediscovered jewel of 70s cinema.
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The Mafu Cage was released on March 19, 1978.
The Mafu Cage was directed by Karen Arthur.
The Mafu Cage has a runtime of 1h 35m.
The Mafu Cage was produced by Diana Young.
Ellen, a successful astronomer, cares for her mentally-ill sister, Cissy, who keeps a variety of primates in the home they inherited from their anthropologist father. When Ellen begins a romance, Cissy's jealousy proves deadly.
The key characters in The Mafu Cage are Ellen (Lee Grant), Cissy (Carol Kane), Zom (Will Geer).
The Mafu Cage is rated R.
The Mafu Cage is a Thriller, Horror, Drama film.
The Mafu Cage has an audience rating of 3.8 out of 10.
The Mafu Cage had a budget of $1M.