The Element of Crime
The Element of Crime

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Release DateMay 14, 1984
Runtime1h 44m
StatusReleased
ProductionDet Danske Filminstitut, Per Holst Filmproduktion + 1 more
LanguagesArabic, English, German
6.4
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The Element of Crime

Synopsis

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

Director

Lars von Trier
Lars von Trier

Featured Cast

Michael Elphick

Michael Elphick

Fisher

Esmond Knight

Esmond Knight

Osborne

Me Me Lai

Me Me Lai

Kim

Jerold Wells

Jerold Wells

Kramer

Ahmed El Shenawi

Ahmed El Shenawi

Therapist

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