Review of Dressed to Kill (1980) by Ian B — 09 Jan 2017
Brian De Palma sure won't be winning any originality awards, and Dressed to Kill is a prime example why. On the surface, he walks an incredibly thin line between ripping off and paying homage to Hitchcock, but De Palma obviously brings his own unique touch.
He pushes the limits of eroticism, dark humour and bloodshed further than Hitchcock ever did, but the similarities between Dressed to Kill and Psycho are undeniable. I guess if you're gonna borrow from other films, you might as well borrow from the best.
The two directors definitely have an amazing talent for visual storytelling, as the cinematography and camerawork on display here is simply stunning. The first act can be a little slow, but the story is engaging and the film is packed with tension and style.
What Dressed to Kill lacks in originality, it more than makes up for with its suspense and masterful direction. Highly recommended.
This review of Dressed to Kill (1980) was written by Ian B on 09 Jan 2017.
Dressed to Kill has generally received positive reviews.
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