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An American expatriate in Rome attempts to unmask a serial killer he witnessed in the act of an attempted murder - and is now hunting him and his girlfriend.An American expatriate in Rome attempts to unmask a serial killer he witnessed in the act of an attempted murder - and is now hunting him and his girlfriend.An American expatriate in Rome attempts to unmask a serial killer he witnessed in the act of an attempted murder - and is now hunting him and his girlfriend.
- Awards
- 2 wins & 1 nomination
Renato Romano
- Professor Carlo Dover
- (as Raf Valenti)
Rosita Torosh
- 4th Victim
- (as Rosa Toros)
Dario Argento
- Murderer's Hands
- (uncredited)
- Director
- Writers
- Dario Argento
- Fredric Brown(uncredited)
- All cast & crew
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- TriviaIt has been alleged that Tony Musante - known for his intensity and preparedness as an actor - would frequently show up at Dario Argento's apartment at 3 am to discuss characterization, much to Argento's annoyance.
- GoofsWhen pursuing the hit man "Needles", Sam describes him to a hotel bellboy as wearing a yellow jacket and a blue cap. At no point is Needles seen wearing a blue cap, although he does manage to shake off his pursuer by mingling with a group of people wearing such a uniform. However, Sam only sees them after giving the description.
- Quotes
Inspector Morosini: Right! Bring in the perverts!
- Alternate versionsWest German theatrical version was cut by ca. 10 minutes (plot scenes). For TV broadcasting these scenes were reinserted but the violent scenes were trimmed instead.
- ConnectionsEdited into Tales of the Cat (2001)
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Excellent thriller, intelligent with surprising end
This is one rare jewel of an intelligent thriller that was also the break-through effort for people like Dario Argento, the director and scriptwriter, Vittorio Storaro, the director of photography, and last but not least Ennio Morricone who composed the soundtrack. There are great performances by a cast of lesser known European actors who did not make it big but are great in this one. I would just like to mention two outstanding supporting performances by Eva Renzi who was never better before or after, and by Mario Adorf who convinces as half-crazed cat-eating painter. The movie will keep you glued to your seat and surprise with an absolutely unexpected twist at the end. Watch and enjoy!
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- Dec 7, 1998
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- Budget
- $500,000 (estimated)
- Runtime1 hour 36 minutes
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 2.35 : 1
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