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1 |
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Original language: |
English, Swedish (ENG, SWE) |
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Subtitle: |
English (ENG) |
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Description: | Violent rape-and-revenge actioner, banned in it's native Sweden, stars Christina Lindberg as Madeline, a young woman, mute since a childhood assault, who is lured into drugs and prostitution and even loses an eye to a vicious pimp. The deaths of her parents send Madeline over the edge, as she learns karate and firearms to exact a brutal vengeance. The film helped inspire Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill" movies. Heinz Hopf, Solveig Andersson also star. AKA: "Hooker's Revenge," "They Call Her One-Eye." Uncut version; 107 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: Swedish DTS HD mono Master Audio, English DTS HD mono Master Audio; Subtitles: English (SDH); more. In Swedish with English subtitles/Dubbed in English."Thriller: A Cruel Picture" is a cult classic exploitation film from 1973, directed by Bo Arne Vibenius and released on Blu-Ray by Vinegar Syndrome. The movie follows the harrowing journey of Frigga (played by Christina Lindberg), a mute young woman who becomes the victim of abduction and forced addiction, only to seek brutal revenge against her tormentors. This unflinching tale is renowned for its raw intensity, stylish direction, and pioneering use of slow-motion action sequences that have influenced countless filmmakers in the revenge genre.
Christina Lindberg delivers an unforgettable performance as Frigga; she was already known for her roles in Swedish erotic cinema but "Thriller: A Cruel Picture" cemented her status as an icon of exploitation films. Director Bo Arne Vibenius previously worked with Ingmar Bergman before making his mark with this controversial masterpiece. Other notable contributors include Heinz Hopf as the sadistic antagonist Tony; Hopf was celebrated for his work in Scandinavian theater and cinema.
Vinegar Syndrome is acclaimed for restoring and releasing rare cult classics on high-quality home video formats. Their meticulous attention to detail ensures that films like "Thriller: A Cruel Picture" are preserved with stunning visuals and comprehensive bonus features, making them essential additions to any collector?s library. |
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Actors: |
Heinz Hopf, Despina Tomazani |
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Age rating: |
Suitable only for adults |
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Manufacturer No.: |
VNGS396BR |
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