A major surprise considering the cast. One would have expected a campy or cheesy European shocker, but VENOM is actually a terrific thriller. With the help of the household staff, Klaus Kinski attempts to kidnap a rich American boy from his London home, unaware that the boy has mistakenly brought home a venomous black mamba to add to his pet collection. Far from perfect, VENOM does offer Klaus Kinski one of his few good non-Herzog roles as the head kidnapper and Sterling Hayden as the boy's grandfather is a hoot. Susan George is the nasty housekeeper and the great Oliver Reed is a very unpleasant chauffeur. With Sarah Miles and Nicol Williamson.
Review of Venom
