Review of Blood and Black Lace (1964) by Evan L — 06 Nov 2007

Decent story of a stalker who kills models. not so great acting.

This review of Blood and Black Lace (1964) was written by Evan L on 06 Nov 2007.

Blood and Black Lace has generally received positive reviews.

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Blood and Black Lace is a well-executed giallo, which literally translates to the word yellow in Italian…

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By Vincent B (244) on 21 May 2010

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This early giallo from Mario Bava is, as advertised, full of stunning set-pieces with candy-colored lighting, creative sets and camerawork…

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By Alecs M (69) on 17 Sep 2010

Me acuerdo cuando puse el video cassette de Matador de Pedro Almodóvar, la primera imagen que me impactó fue el de una mujer ahogada…

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By Laimis Z (274) on 19 Oct 2012

Impressive camera work make this giallo/slasher by mario bava lots of fun to watch. a killer on the loose within fashion industry. kill kill kill…

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