The Element of Crime (1984)

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Released:
1984-05-14

Overview:
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.

Director:
Lars von Trier

Runtime:
1h 44min

Genre:
Crime, Drama, Science Fiction

  • Cast:
  • Michael Elphick
    as
    Fisher
  • Esmond Knight
    as
    Osborne
  • Me Me Lai
    as
    Kim
  • Jerold Wells
    as
    Kramer
  • Ahmed El Shenawi
    as
    Therapist