Killer Must Kill Again
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Movie Reviews of Killer Must Kill Again
Movie Review: Phenomenal Giallo Masterpiece!
Summary: 4 Stars
Not knowing what to expect from this movie I went in with an open mind. I was amazingly pleased with everything about this film. It exceeded my every expectation and more.
A chain of crimes begins when a dishonorable man named Mainardi (George Hilton) blackmails a serial killer (Michel Antoine) into murdering his wife. After a young couple (Alessio Orano and Cristina Galbó) burglarize the murderer's car, with the newly deceased corpse in its trunk, the killer sets off on a maniacal crime spree.
The film moves at a steady clip, the camera movements are slick and professional and the cinematography makes great use of shadow to create atmosphere and heighten tension. The film receives a stunning 2.35.1 anamorphic widescreen transfer taken from the film's original negative. Aside from some really minor print damage that shows up in the form of the odd speck here and there, and the very occasional scratch, this transfer looks amazing.
The acting is good all around, however, Antoine steals the show and is magnificent as a cruel, conscienceless killer. Cozzi's direction is also brilliant and he pays homage to the great Dario Argento with the initials D.A on the killers lighter.
"The Killer Must Kill Again" (otherwise known as "Il Ragno", or "The Spider") is a great 70's giallo classic that fans of the genre will certainly enjoy.
Movie Review: I LIKED IT.....
Summary: 4 Stars
the Giallo genre is one of my favorites,and i am pleased as punch to be able to add this to my collection.
other reviewers here dont seem to think much of the plot -
me,i found this to be comparable to many,many other giallos in terms of story,acting,production values,etc...
if you consider yourself a dedicated giallo fan,dont hesitate you need this for your collection.
if you have never even heard the term before,maybe skip this one and head over to the new release section at Blockbuster
Movie Review: A Disappointment
Summary: 2 Stars
After reading a couple of very good reviews about this movie I was anticipating the release of this giallo from Mondo Macabro. While the DVD presentation ( like the rest of MM's releases) of the film is great, the film itself left much to be desired. Being a fan of many a gialli I was prepared, and wanted, to enjoy this film - even when the story shifted from the two "main" characters (one of which was the killer) and into a far less interesting story involving two insipid, joyriding beach lovers, I was still willing to go along for the ride. However, after over an hour of boredom I kept telling myself to wait because "The Killer Must Kill Again." Thus the title became a kind of mantra for me - something to help me see the film through to its disappointing conclusion. With a giallo film I'm more than willing to suspend my disbelief, engage myself in ludicrous plots and watch cardboard characters go through the motions, all for the sake of the bravura cinematic style and meticulous, inventive (and sometimes brutal) murder sequences which are a staple of the genre. While "The Killer Must Kill Again" has a few nice stylistic touches, it was not nearly enough to make up for the film's many, many short comings - and as for the murder sequences (there are two) they are completely devoid of imagination and entirely forgettable. It might be Luigi Cozzi's best film, but then again, that's not really enough to recommend it.Movie Review: Great DVD, mediocre film.
Summary: 2 Stars
Full marks to Mondo Macabro for the DVD presentation: uncut widescreen transfer, director commentary, interviews, stills gallery and more. That said, THE KILLER MUST KILL AGAIN is an uninspired giallo, with a weak script and hamfisted direction. While the premise has possibilities, the execution is fumbled in almost every scene. The characters are neither sympathetic nor interesting, rendering their fates unimportant. The killer is played by Jean-Michel Antoine, who had memorable roles in A FISTFUL OF DYNAMITE, MY NAME IS NOBODY, THE WIND AND THE LION and THE BEYOND. Despite his striking appearance, Antoine is disappointing here, even allowing for the mediocre dubbing. Established as a homicidal sex maniac in the first scene, his character is barely developed, becoming less interesting as the film progresses. The 'twist' ending is, frankly, feeble. While director Luigi Cozzi comes across as an interesting guy, with a genuine love of cinema, this is not reflected in THE KILLER MUST KILL AGAIN. Mario Bava and Dario Argento bring both flair and passion to their best giallo films. Cozzi can barely manage technical competence.
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