I recently watched the Italian giallo 🇮🇹 The Killer is Still Among Us (1986) on Shudder. The storyline follows a criminology student writing her thesis on an active serial killer. As she falls in love with a new boyfriend who is part of a forensic law enforcement team, suspicions arise that he might be the killer.
Directed by Camillo Teti (Navigators of the Space), the film stars Mariangela D'Abbraccio (You Disturb Me), Giovanni Visentin (Flight from Paradise), and Riccardo Parisio Perrotti (Sicilian Connection).
This is a unique addition to the giallo genre. The stalking scenes often culminate in quick and sudden shooting sequences, providing a distinct twist from classic giallo stab kills. While the killer does use a classic giallo knife, its instead used in trophy removal scenes adds intensity, gore that's excellently executed. The final trophy removal scene is particularly unbelievable and pushes the envelope. The ending has a docuseries feel, adding another twist on classic giallo elements.
In conclusion, The Killer is Still Among Us is a unique gem in the giallo genre that is a must-see. I would score this an 8/10 and strongly recommend it.
Directed by Camillo Teti (Navigators of the Space), the film stars Mariangela D'Abbraccio (You Disturb Me), Giovanni Visentin (Flight from Paradise), and Riccardo Parisio Perrotti (Sicilian Connection).
This is a unique addition to the giallo genre. The stalking scenes often culminate in quick and sudden shooting sequences, providing a distinct twist from classic giallo stab kills. While the killer does use a classic giallo knife, its instead used in trophy removal scenes adds intensity, gore that's excellently executed. The final trophy removal scene is particularly unbelievable and pushes the envelope. The ending has a docuseries feel, adding another twist on classic giallo elements.
In conclusion, The Killer is Still Among Us is a unique gem in the giallo genre that is a must-see. I would score this an 8/10 and strongly recommend it.