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The Bird with the Crystal Plumage
Check out our podcast episode from April 6, 2022 about this movie
In 1970, Dario Argento (Deep Red, Suspiria) indelibly redefined the “giallo” genre of murder-mystery thrillers with The Bird with the Crystal Plumage—a mind-bending mix of murder, obsession, and art. A staggeringly assured first feature, this film establishes the key traits that define Argento’s filmography, including lavish visuals and a flare for wildly inventive and brutal scenes of violence. With sumptuous cinematography by Vittorio Storaro (Apocolypse Now) and a seductive Ennio Morricone score, this landmark film has never looked better in this 4K restoration.
An American writer, Sam Dalmas (Tony Musante), is living in Rome with his girlfriend, Julia (Suzy Kendall). While visiting an art gallery, Sam witnesses an unsuccessful murder attempt by a mysterious figure. As the assailant is believed to be an infamous serial killer, Sam quickly becomes a key witness in the ongoing police investigation. After he begins searching for clues that may help him identify the killer, Sam discovers that he may be the next intended victim.
The Bird with the Crystal Plumage
Sat April 9, 7:30 PM, Muenzinger Auditorium
Germany, Italy; 1970; in Italian; 96 min
Director: Dario Argento, Writer: Dario Argento, Novel: Fredric Brown, Cast: Tony Musante, Suzy Kendall, Enrico Maria Salerno, Eva Renzi, Umberto Raho
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