Martha
★ 7 · 1974 · 116m · TV Movie · Drama · Thriller
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.
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