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Fear in the City
The film focuses on Murri; the token maverick cop. He is called in after a bunch of criminals pull off a successful prison break and spend the night picking off various informers and people they don't like. Murri investigates; hooking up with one of the criminal's nieces along the way. He uses his own methods; which mostly involve breaking all the rules, and thus comes under a lot of scrutiny from his superiors who don't take too kindly to the cop's way of working.
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Plot Summary
A violent, sexually aggressive criminal, the "Viper", terrorizes Rome, engaging in a series of brutal assaults and murders. Inspector Walter "The Ghost" Lombardozzi is assigned to catch the elusive killer before he strikes again. As the city descends into panic, Lombardozzi races against time, confronting the escalating violence and his own demons.
Critical Reception
The film is a notorious entry in the Italian giallo and poliziottesco genres, often praised for its raw, unflinching depiction of violence and its gritty atmosphere, though criticized for its excessive brutality and exploitative themes. It has gained a cult following among fans of extreme cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense atmosphere and suspenseful chase sequences.
Noted for its graphic violence and disturbing subject matter.
Considered a prime example of extreme Italian crime cinema.
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Fun Fact
Director Umberto Lenzi was known for his prolific output and for pushing the boundaries of cinematic violence, making him a controversial but influential figure in Italian exploitation cinema.
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