Amsterdamned
Amsterdamned

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Amsterdamned

1988
Movie
114 min
Dutch

A mysterious diver hiding in Amsterdam's canal system embarks on a rampage of gruesome murders, terrifying city officials and leaving few clues for the city's best detective, who doesn't suspect that both his new girlfriend and twelve-year-old daughter may be closer than he is to finding the killer.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Dick MaasGenres: Horror, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A serial killer, clad in diving gear, begins a bloody spree through Amsterdam's canals, targeting unsuspecting victims. Detective Eric Visser is tasked with stopping the macabre murderer before the city succumbs to terror. As the body count rises and the killer's methods become more brazen, Visser must race against time to uncover the killer's identity and motives.

Critical Reception

Amsterdamned was a moderate success, particularly within the horror genre, praised for its atmospheric direction and inventive kills. While some critics found the plot predictable, many audiences and reviewers appreciated its blend of slasher elements with a unique urban setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique setting and suspenseful atmosphere.

  • Noted for its creative and gory death scenes.

  • Criticized by some for a somewhat predictable storyline.

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Fun Fact

The iconic scene where the killer emerges from the water was achieved by having the actor submerged in a tank, with the water being pumped out rapidly to create the effect of a sudden appearance.

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John Chard

John Chard

Revenge on society. Innocent people had to be slaughtered. Amsterdamned is written and directed by Dick Maas (also providing the musical score). It stars Huub Stapel, Monique van de Ven, Serge-Henri Valcke, Hidde Maas, Wim Zomer and T...

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