6.4The Element of Crime · 1984
The Element of Crime (1984) is a Crime / Drama / Science Fiction film directed by Lars von Trier, starring Michael Elphick, Esmond Knight, Me Me Lai.
CrimeDramaScience Fiction
6.4Overview
Fisher, an ex-detective, decides to take one final case when a mysterious serial killer claims the lives of several young girls. Fisher, unable to find the culprit, turns to Osbourne, a writer who was once respected for his contributions to the field of criminology. Fisher begins to use Osbourne's technique, which involves empathizing with serial killers; however, as the detective becomes increasingly engrossed in this method, things take a disturbing turn.
Cast
Michael Elphick, Esmond Knight, Me Me Lai, Jerold Wells, Ahmed El Shenawi, Astrid Henning-Jensen, Janos Hersko, Stig Larsson
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What is "The Element of Crime" about?
Fisher, an ex-detective, decides to take one final case when a mysterious serial killer claims the lives of several young girls. Fisher, unable to find the culprit, turns to Osbourne, a writer who was once respected for his contributions to the field of criminology. Fisher begins to use Osbourne's technique, which involves empathizing with serial killers; however, as the detective becomes increasingly engrossed in this method, things take a disturbing turn.
When was "The Element of Crime" released?
The Element of Crime was released in 1984.
Who stars in "The Element of Crime"?
The cast includes Michael Elphick, Esmond Knight, Me Me Lai, Jerold Wells.
