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Assassination on the Tiber
A black-out occurs during the meeting of a gang of criminals. When the light is back one of them is found killed with a stab on his back and all the clues point to a penniless man who had an argument with the victim a short time before the murder.
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Plot Summary
A gritty crime thriller set in Rome, the film follows a determined detective investigating a series of brutal murders targeting individuals connected to a powerful pharmaceutical company. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of corruption, blackmail, and secret conspiracies.
Critical Reception
Assassination on the Tiber is a lesser-known entry in the Italian giallo genre, often appreciated by cult film enthusiasts for its dark atmosphere and violent sequences. While not critically acclaimed by mainstream critics, it has garnered a dedicated following among fans of exploitation cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful plot and graphic violence.
Criticized by some for its predictable twists and low-budget production values.
Appreciated for its contribution to the giallo subgenre.
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Fun Fact
Director Bruno Mattei was known for his prolific output and often worked under pseudonyms, sometimes credited as Martin Dollar.
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