Appuntamento a Dallas
Appuntamento a Dallas

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Appuntamento a Dallas

1964
Movie
83 min
Italian

A group of retired crime leaders is meeting to discuss the death threats they are all getting.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Umberto LenziGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former boxer, now working as a truck driver, gets entangled in a dangerous smuggling operation. He is framed for a crime he didn't commit and must clear his name while evading both the police and the criminal underworld. The plot thickens with betrayal and unexpected alliances as he races against time to expose the truth and survive.

Critical Reception

This Italian giallo film received mixed reviews, often noted for its gritty atmosphere and energetic pacing, though some critics found the plot somewhat predictable. It's considered a solid, if not groundbreaking, entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense action sequences and stylish direction.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Appreciated for its contribution to the early giallo and crime-thriller landscape.

Google audience: Audience reception is scarce for this film, but general sentiment for similar genre films of the era often highlights exciting chase scenes and suspense, while sometimes noting dated dialogue or acting.

Fun Fact

Director Umberto Lenzi was known for his prolific output across various genres, including horror, crime, and war films, often working under tight schedules and budgets.

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