In rather dramatic circumstances, Maurice discovers a way of committing a sizeable robbery and, assisted by his friend Scaletta, Biondo and Americano, steals some jewels worth two hundred million lira. But his escapades do not escape the theatrical manager, Rodriguez, who sees in the situation the chance to carry out revenge against the young man … Continue reading K.O. Run and Kill/K.O. Scappa e Uccidi (1966)
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Blood River/10 Bianchi Uccisi da un Piccolo Indiano (1974)
A late entry in the western genre, Blood River is a simple tale of revenge between Native Indians and colonial settlers. With the western genre very much in decline and the giallo in ascendance, it's a curious mix which appears to combine the classic western backdrop with a giallo-inspired plot. If I'm not mistaken, the … Continue reading Blood River/10 Bianchi Uccisi da un Piccolo Indiano (1974)
Wild Ride/Cavalcata Selvaggia (1960)
« Tuscany, 1870. The outlaw Lorenzino, in vain sought in Maremma by the carabinieri and loved by the poor people he protects, runs into the Marquis of Santa Maura who is heading from Rome to the castle of Rovigliano with his niece Paola. Lorenzino is struck by the beauty of the young woman and, taking advantage … Continue reading Wild Ride/Cavalcata Selvaggia (1960)
The Man With the Claw/L’Uomo d’Artiglio (1931)
« A series of mysterious murders leaves the police without a single lead—until a dedicated commissioner steps in. Determined to halt the claw-wielding killer's reign of terror, he launches a meticulous investigation. The tangled mystery culminates in the killer's arrest, exposing him as an escaped prisoner out for revenge.» ["Dictionary of Italian cinema", by R.Chiti, … Continue reading The Man With the Claw/L’Uomo d’Artiglio (1931)
Before the Jury/Corte d’Assise (1931)
Banker Adolfo Calandri is shot and killed in the park of a villa where a reception is being held. Aroldo Cramoli, a journalist who is among the guests, begins his own investigation, finding a key and a cigarette butt at the crime scene: the clues point to Marcello Barra, a gamekeeper who is arrested even though … Continue reading Before the Jury/Corte d’Assise (1931)
The Haller Case/Il Caso Haller (1933)
Publicity stills courtesy of Lombardia Beni Culturali According to the article below, The Haller Case was the first film to employ the term regista (meaning director). La Stampa 26th January 1979 Listing in La Stampa 12th Feb 1934 'The most extraordinary and dramatic events imaginable; a man driven into a life of crime against his … Continue reading The Haller Case/Il Caso Haller (1933)
The 21:15 Train/Il Treno delle 21,15 (1933)
«The 21:15 Train, which should stop at Crawford Station, passes by at high speed without stopping. Initially surprising everyone, this surprise soon turns to fear when they find out that the driver has been murdered. Who is the culprit? That's what detective Kennel must find out. The main strength, if not the only strength, of … Continue reading The 21:15 Train/Il Treno delle 21,15 (1933)
The Missing Treaty/Il Trattato Scomparso (1933)
'When a vital naval treaty vanishes from an admiral’s private safe during a crowded villa party, a brilliant detective is called in to crack the case. Facing a house full of high-society suspects, he uses intense psychological pressure and sharp intuition to unravel the mystery and unmask the thief' « The film is undoubtedly superior to … Continue reading The Missing Treaty/Il Trattato Scomparso (1933)
Giallo (1934)
Based on the Edgar Wallace mystery The Man Who Changed His Name - the recently-married young wife of a wealthy aristocrat becomes convinced her new husband is in fact a coldblooded murderer hiding behind a false identity. An early sound comedy-thriller from director Mario Camerini clearly playing on the success of the 'Giallo Mondadori' series … Continue reading Giallo (1934)
Darkness/Tenebre (1934)
From a technical point of view, it’s a good film, with sharp cinematography, careful editing, and understated yet appropriate set design. Brignone, who has good instincts, understood that the little story about that dead man who isn’t really dead—and those three supposed murderers who can’t remember how they committed a crime that later turns out … Continue reading Darkness/Tenebre (1934)
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