Sketches of a Strangler
Sketches of a Strangler

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Sketches of a Strangler

1978
Movie
91 min
English

An art student living with his sister is actually a maniac strangling dancers and prostitutes. One victim's sister starts looking for him...

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Barry BrownGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man haunted by his past struggles with mental instability and a propensity for violence. As he becomes increasingly detached from reality, his actions spiral into a series of disturbing events. The film explores the psychological torment and the grim consequences of unchecked inner turmoil.

Critical Reception

Sketches of a Strangler is a lesser-known horror film from the late 1970s. It received mixed to negative reviews upon its release, with critics often citing its low budget and uneven pacing. However, some have noted its attempt to delve into psychological horror, though its execution was frequently seen as lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark atmosphere and Mark Hamill's performance.

  • Criticized for its weak script and lack of satisfying resolution.

  • Considered a forgettable entry in the slasher subgenre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but generally, viewers found it to be a low-budget, somewhat dated horror flick with a compelling lead performance that couldn't quite save the film from its narrative shortcomings.

Fun Fact

This film was one of Mark Hamill's earliest roles after his breakout success as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars.

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