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Claude is a ruthless and efficient contract killer. His next target, a woman, is the most difficult.
A hitman named Claude is hired to kill a popular folk singer. However, his targets are frequently moved or eliminated by other parties before he can act. This leads to a complex and dangerous cat-and-mouse game as Claude tries to complete his mission while navigating betrayals and unexpected alliances.
Murder by Contract is widely regarded as a cult classic of the film noir genre, praised for its minimalist style, suspenseful atmosphere, and unexpectedly dark humor. While not a mainstream hit upon release, it has since gained a strong following among cinephiles for its unique approach to the crime thriller.
Praised for its lean, economical filmmaking and building suspense.
Lauded for its dark, almost absurdist humor.
Recognized for its innovative and stylish direction within the noir genre.
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The film's stark, black-and-white cinematography and minimalist approach were highly influential, inspiring directors like Jean-Luc Godard.
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I can't help but think this could have been so much better if only someone had taken a razor blade to the soundtrack. It's repetitive nature really annoyed me after about ten minutes. The story, though, is quite quirky and really centres ar...
It's tough to kill someone who's not dependable. Murder by Contract is directed by Irving Lerner and written by Ben Simcoe. It stars Vince Edwards, Philip Pine, Michael Granger, Caprice Toriel and Herschel Bernardi. Music is by Perry Bo...