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6.6/10
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Two journalists try to solve a series of murders connected to a pharmaceutical company's secret experiments, becoming targets of the killer themselves.Two journalists try to solve a series of murders connected to a pharmaceutical company's secret experiments, becoming targets of the killer themselves.Two journalists try to solve a series of murders connected to a pharmaceutical company's secret experiments, becoming targets of the killer themselves.
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- TriviaAlthough it's one of his most successful films, The Cat o' Nine Tails (1971) (Il gatto a nove code) is the least favorite of Dario Argento among his pictures.
- GoofsWhen Carlo and Anna meet at the rooftop cafe for a drink, it appears to be late afternoon. A few moments later, a waiter replaces an ashtray and, when the camera goes back to the couple, it is almost totally night time.
- Quotes
Carlo Giordani: Do you know how many people are together right now making love this very second?
Anna Terzi: No.
Carlo Giordani: 780 on the average. Really.
[pause]
Carlo Giordani: I don't know if you're aware of it or not, but that was an invitation.
- Alternate versionsThe original U.S. theatrical release was cut by approximately 20 minutes. The version released by Anchor Bay is the complete 112-minute version.
- ConnectionsEdited into Tales of the Cat (2001)
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Okay, most critics even Argento lovers give this film poor reviews. I admit this is not his best work, but it's not a bad mystery Giallo film and I enjoyed it a lot. From the intricate plotting, to the impressive Argento style camera-work, and those trendy (circa 1971) sets this film is a winner. I saw this at the theater when it was released, as a teenager coming off seeing Bird W/ The Crystal Plumage 2 years before so I expected at least another stylish horror film. I got it black patent leather gloves and all. Argento himself said this is his most disappointing film. I disagree it delivered the goods in a well made, suspenseful, well plotted, never boring and good looking package. His worst film by far is the atrocious Phantom of The Opera (1998). Avoid that one. Although Cat O' Nine tails is no Suspiria or Deep Red, it still is a worthy addition to any Argento or Giallo horror film collection. I give it 8/10.
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- irishcoffee630
- Jul 28, 2003
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- Budget
- $1,000,000 (estimated)
- Runtime1 hour 52 minutes
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 2.35 : 1
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