Underbelly Files: Tell Them Lucifer Was Here
Underbelly Files: Tell Them Lucifer Was Here

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Underbelly Files: Tell Them Lucifer Was Here

2011
Movie
94 min
English

Tell Them Lucifer Was Here depicts the tragic murders of Victorian police officers, Gary Silk and Rod Miller which occurred in 1998 and shows the enormous efforts of the Lorimer Task Force in leading the manhunt for their killer or killers.

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IMDb7.4/10
Director: Peter AndrikidisGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

This docudrama recreates the events surrounding the 1998 murders of two police officers, Detective Sergeant Gary Silk and Constable Rodney Miller, by a lone gunman. The film follows the subsequent investigation, the manhunt for the killer, and the psychological toll on the police force. It delves into the dedication and determination of the investigators as they navigate a complex and dangerous case with far-reaching consequences.

Critical Reception

Underbelly Files: Tell Them Lucifer Was Here received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its gripping portrayal of a significant event in Australian police history and its tense, dramatic execution. The performances were often highlighted as strong, contributing to the film's authenticity and emotional impact. Audiences appreciated the factual basis and the intense narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense and realistic depiction of a high-stakes police investigation.

  • Lauded for strong performances that capture the gravity of the situation.

  • Noted for its compelling narrative and adherence to factual events.

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Fun Fact

The film is part of the acclaimed 'Underbelly' franchise, known for its dramatizations of true crime stories in Australia.

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Gimly

Gives a relatively comprehensive insight into the facts of police investigation surrounding the Silk/Miller Murder in Melbourne. But spends so much of its runtime (which was already too short to be involved enough as is) alongside the perpe...