Blood and Black Lace
1964

Blood and Black Lace

★ 7.1 / 10
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Directed by Mario Bava
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Synopsis

In 'Blood and Black Lace' (1964), a mysterious, masked killer is targeting the glamorous models of a Roman fashion house. As the brutal murders escalate, everyone becomes a suspect, leading to a climactic unmasking of the murderer.

Did You Know?
  • First film to combine sex, fashion and graphic violence in cinema.
  • Considered a precursor to the 'slasher' genre of horror movies.
  • Director Mario Bava's first color film.
  • Used mannequins for death scenes to maintain a surreal atmosphere.
  • Considered by Martin Scorsese as one of the best Italian films.
Iconic Quotes
  • The person who did this is very close to us.
  • What is this? A key to a secret diary?
  • She was strangled with a piece of iron wire.
  • What is this? A clue to a mystery?
  • Whoever it is, he has no scruples about killing.
Editorial

Why Eltorama recommends this film

Mario Bava's stylish and influential giallo, a genre classic.