Crime at Porta Romana
Crime at Porta Romana

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Crime at Porta Romana

1980
Movie
88 min
Italian

A police inspector is called to Milan to investigate a murder case since he grew up in the same ghetto as the suspect.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Sergio GriecoGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A wealthy businessman is found murdered in his villa, and a detective is brought in to investigate the crime. As the investigation progresses, a web of deceit, betrayal, and hidden motives begins to unravel among the victim's family and associates. The detective must sift through lies and manipulation to uncover the truth behind the murder.

Critical Reception

Crime at Porta Romana received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its execution lacking. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some appreciating the giallo elements while others criticized its slow pacing and predictable twists.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and predictable plot.

  • Direction and pacing are often criticized as uninspired.

  • Some viewers found the attempts at suspense to be ineffective.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Crime at Porta Romana are scarce, but general sentiment suggests a lack of engagement with the storyline and characters. Viewers often found the film to be forgettable and not living up to the potential of its genre.

Fun Fact

Despite being set in Rome, the film was shot with a limited budget, which is sometimes reflected in its production values.

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