
The Stendhal Syndrome
Murder is an art — and she’s the canvas!
Directed by Dario Argento
Produced by Cine 2000, Medusa Film
A dark psychological thriller about a policewoman's descent into trauma and madness as she becomes entangled with a sadistic killer who makes her his obsession.
A young policewoman slowly goes insane while tracking down an elusive serial rapist/killer through Italy when she herself becomes a victim of the brutal man's obsession.
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Is The Stendhal Syndrome scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 99% of films.
Does The Stendhal Syndrome end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 96% of films.
Is The Stendhal Syndrome violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.
Is The Stendhal Syndrome easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Is The Stendhal Syndrome sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
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