Telesex 2
Telesex 2

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Telesex 2

1992
Movie
Adult · 18+
0
English

It's not the wrong number if it' the right person. And some personal calls are more personal than others. Director Judy Blue takes you on two phone trips. One involving a wrong number at the right moment. And the other about a couple with a very active sex life. On phones. Talking to other people. Right? Wrong? Your call.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Dario ArgentoGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In Rome, a detective investigates a series of murders connected to a popular television show. The victims are all women who have appeared on the program, and the killer seems to be targeting them based on their interactions with the show's host. As the body count rises, the detective races against time to uncover the killer's identity before they strike again.

Critical Reception

Telesex 2, also known as 'The Cat O' Nine Tails' in some regions, is a lesser-known Argento film that received a mixed reception. While some appreciated its suspenseful atmosphere and Argento's signature visual style, others found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking compared to his more acclaimed works. It's often seen as a more conventional giallo film with some interesting ideas but a less impactful delivery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful build-up and atmospheric direction.

  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and uneven pacing.

  • Considered a solid, if not groundbreaking, entry in the giallo genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Telesex 2 are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it is an enjoyable, albeit not exceptional, thriller that fans of Italian horror might appreciate for its moody atmosphere and Argento's directorial flair.

Fun Fact

The film's original title, 'Telesex 2', was changed in some international markets due to its suggestive nature, with 'The Cat O' Nine Tails' being one of the alternative titles used, despite the film not being directly related to the 1971 Dario Argento film of the same name.

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