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Two seemingly separate stories in New South Wales: a burned, murdered body of a young woman is found on the beach, and a retired inspector makes inquiries; also, Linda, a waitress and ferry attendant, has several lovers and marries one, but continues seeing the others. The police have a suspect in the murder, but the retired inspector is convinced they're wrong; he continues a methodical investigation. Linda and her husband separate, and there are complications. Will the stories cross or are they already twisted together?
A private investigator is hired to look into the disappearance of a wealthy woman, who is later found murdered and unidentifiable. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of deceit, false identities, and a tangled past that leads him to a shocking revelation about the victim's true identity.
The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its atmospheric tension and Lee Van Cleef's performance, while others found the plot convoluted and the resolution unsatisfying. It has since gained a cult following among fans of giallo and crime thrillers.
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and stylish direction.
Lee Van Cleef's stoic performance as the investigator is a highlight.
Criticized for a sometimes confusing plot and an anticlimactic ending.
Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but general sentiment suggests it's a competent giallo film with a memorable lead, though the narrative can be difficult to follow.
The film is loosely based on the real-life unsolved murder of an unidentified woman in Australia in 1934, known as the "Pyjama Girl" case.
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Has some interesting elements with how they weave the investigative side and showing how the victim came to be. Performances were okay and nice seeing Ray Milland in there, whom I recognize from 1945's The Lost Weekend. Here he pretty much ...