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Suggestionata
An engineer and former fascist comes back to Italy to resume possession of his own lands. A widower with his sons and daughter befriends a girl who happens to be slightly nuts, the girl, influenced by the speeches of her own father which she had listened to when she was younger succeeds to isolate herself with her lover's sons and pulls them into a dark dimension of madness and murder.
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Plot Summary
A group of students are invited to a remote villa by a wealthy eccentric, only to find themselves trapped in a deadly game. As strange occurrences and murders begin to plague the group, they realize they are being systematically eliminated by an unseen killer. paranoia and suspicion mount as they try to uncover the identity of their tormentor before they all meet a gruesome end.
Critical Reception
Suggestionata is a cult favorite within the giallo subgenre, appreciated for its atmospheric tension and stylish direction, though it is sometimes criticized for its convoluted plot and pacing issues. It's often cited as an example of Gariazzo's ability to craft suspense within limited means.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its Giallo atmosphere and suspenseful set pieces.
Acknowledged for Ivan Rassimov's chilling performance.
Criticized for a complex and sometimes confusing narrative.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and often scattered among giallo enthusiast forums, with opinions generally reflecting critical takes on its atmospheric strengths and narrative weaknesses.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Suggestionata,' loosely translates to 'suggested' or 'suggestive,' hinting at the psychological manipulation and mystery at the heart of the plot.
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