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When it comes to crime, Belgrade is same as any other modern metropolis, except for having its own serial killers. That blank is filled when a flower salesman begins strangling women. A popular, but very disturbed rock star soon becomes telepathically connected with the killer.
A hapless art restorer finds himself framed for a series of bizarre murders committed by a strangling phantom. As the police close in, he must clear his name and stop the real killer, all while dealing with his own artistic frustrations and a dubious psychic advisor.
Strangler vs Strangler is a cult classic that is often praised for its unique blend of horror and dark comedy, earning a dedicated following among genre enthusiasts. While not a critical darling upon release, its quirky premise and effective scares have solidified its status over time.
Praised for its darkly humorous tone and inventive kills.
Appreciated for its unique, offbeat premise and the performances of its lead actors.
Seen as a cult favorite with a distinct cult following.
Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to quantify due to limited widespread data, but it is generally considered a niche cult film with a dedicated fanbase who appreciate its genre-bending humor and unique premise.
Larry Cohen, the director, also famously wrote and produced other unconventional horror films like 'It's Alive' and 'Q: The Winged Serpent'.
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In this horror-comedy by director Slobodan Šijan, the film satirizes the classic trope of a "middle-aged, dim-witted serial killer who lives with and is terrified of his mother." The plot follows a police inspector who is driven to madness ...