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55% Critic Match
The Stendhal Syndrome
“Murder is an art — and she’s the canvas!”
5.5 / 10• 1996• 1h 59m•NR• Italian
ThrillerHorror
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Asia Argento
Det. Anna Manni
Lead
Thomas Kretschmann
Alfredo Grossi
Marco Leonardi
Marco Longhi
Luigi Diberti
Insp. Manetti
Paolo Bonacelli
Dr. Cavanna
Lucia Stara
Commessa di un negozio
Lorenzo Crespi
Giulio
Vera Gemma
Poliziotta
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Dario Argento's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Stendhal Syndrome is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
