Synopsis
The movie Tenebrae (1982) is a giallo film directed by Dario Argento. The story follows Peter Neal, an American crime novelist, as he travels to Rome on a book tour. However, his visit takes a dark turn when a serial killer begins targeting people associated with his latest novel, also titled “Tenebrae.”
As the bodies pile up, Neal finds himself caught in a web of mystery and danger. He teams up with a local detective, Detective Germani, to try and solve the case. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a complex web of secrets, jealousy, and obsession.
The movie Tenebrae (1982) explores themes of voyeurism, identity, and the blurred lines between reality and fiction.
Cast
- Anthony Franciosa as Peter Neal
- Christian Borromeo as Gianni
- Mirella D’Angelo as Tilde
- Veronica Lario as Jane McKerrow
- Ania Pieroni as Elsa Manni
- Eva Robins as Maria Alboretto
- John Saxon as Detective Germani
Trivia
- The movie Tenebrae (1982) is considered one of Dario Argento’s most influential works in the giallo genre.
- The film’s title, “Tenebrae,” is Latin for “shadows” or “darkness.”
- Tenebrae features a memorable and haunting score by Italian progressive rock band Goblin.
- The film’s violence and graphic content led to its inclusion on the UK’s “Video Nasty” list.
Anonymous on November 1, 2023