International Prostitution : Brigade criminelle
International Prostitution : Brigade criminelle

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International Prostitution : Brigade criminelle

1980
Movie
88 min
French

A French police inspector with the help of Tazzi, a woman involved in a prostitution ring, track down the man who murdered Tazzi's sister.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Ulli LommelGenres: Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A series of brutal murders plague the city, with the victims being prostitutes. Inspector Claude Moray is assigned to the case and finds himself drawn into a dangerous investigation. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a sordid underworld of exploitation and violence. Moray must race against time to catch the killer before another life is lost.

Critical Reception

Brigade criminelle is a gritty and violent thriller that garnered mixed reviews. While some critics praised its dark atmosphere and suspenseful plot, others found it to be gratuitous and exploitative. It is considered a notable entry in European erotic thrillers of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful cat-and-mouse investigation.

  • Criticized for its explicit and often disturbing content.

  • Considered a product of its time within the erotic thriller genre.

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Fun Fact

The film was controversial upon its release due to its explicit themes and violence, contributing to its cult status among fans of European thrillers.

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