Nothing Underneath
Nothing Underneath

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Nothing Underneath

1985
Movie
90 min
Italian

Bob Crane has long maintained a psychic connection to his twin sister, Jessica, who works as a fashion model in Milan. When Bob senses that his sister might be injured or killed, he travels to Italy to look for her, only to discover that she's vanished without a trace. Enlisting the help of about-to-retire Commissioner Danesi, Bob soon finds himself embroiled in a web of mystery and terror, when a scissors wielding killer begins to strike and all clues lead back to Jessica...

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Ferdinando BaldiGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends rents a remote villa for a vacation, only to discover it's the site of a gruesome past. As mysterious deaths begin to occur, they realize they are being targeted by a killer hiding among them or from within the villa's dark secrets. The group must unravel the truth before they all become victims.

Critical Reception

Nothing Underneath received mixed to negative reviews from critics, often cited for its convoluted plot and excessive gore. However, it has gained a cult following among horror enthusiasts for its atmospheric tension and Giallo-esque elements. Audience reception is similarly divided, appreciating its suspense but often finding it a challenging watch.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempts at suspense and Giallo-style atmosphere.

  • Criticized for its confusing narrative and a lack of character development.

  • The film is noted for its graphic violence, which divides viewers.

Google audience: Google user reviews are scarce, but those available often highlight the film's unsettling mood and its place within the Italian horror genre, though many find the plot hard to follow.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a loose anthology, often paired with other Italian horror films from the era and sometimes referred to by alternative titles such as 'The Grim Reaper' or 'The House of Lost Souls'.

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GenerationofSwine

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I THINK that I am reviewing the correct movie, the one I caught on HBO when I was in my early teens and staying up too late to try and record Robot Jox (or some equally cheap Sci-Fi) only to put the tape on long play, hit record, and fall a...

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