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The Element of Crime
6.4 / 10• 1984• 1h 44m•NR• Danish
CrimeDramaScience Fiction
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Michael Elphick
Fisher
Lead
Esmond Knight
Osborne
Me Me Lai
Kim
Jerold Wells
Kramer
Ahmed El Shenawi
Therapist
Astrid Henning-Jensen
House Keeper
JH
Janos Hersko
Coroner
Stig Larsson
Coroner's Assistant
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Lars von Trier's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Element of Crime is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
