Killer Cop
In a crowded hotel in the center of Milan a bomb has been planted. The time device on its detonator has only minutes to run. A young detective discovers the bomb by accident and is drawn into a terrifying nightmare of intrigue, brutality and ruthless killing. This is a world where human life is sold or sacrificed for twisted ideals. A world of international terrorism. The time is now.
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Plot Summary
A seemingly honest police commissioner in Naples begins to engage in a dangerous game of corruption and murder. He forms a pact with a local crime boss, using his authority to facilitate illegal operations. However, as his actions escalate, he finds himself caught in a web of deceit and violence, with his own life increasingly at risk.
Critical Reception
Killer Cop is a gritty and violent crime thriller that exemplifies the Italian poliziottesco genre of the 1970s. While not widely acclaimed by mainstream critics, it found a dedicated audience among fans of exploitation and crime cinema for its brutal action and dark themes. Its reception is often characterized by its intense violence and morally ambiguous protagonist.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its raw, unflinching depiction of police corruption.
- Noted for its intense action sequences and sleazy atmosphere.
- Criticized by some for its gratuitous violence and simplistic plot.
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Fun Fact
Killer Cop is often cited as an example of the 'poliziottesco' or 'italo-crime' subgenre, which was popular in Italy during the 1970s and typically featured corrupt police officers, brutal violence, and social commentary.
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