description Tenebrae Overview
Tenebrae is a 1982 giallo film directed by Dario Argento. The story follows an American author in Rome investigating a serial killer potentially influenced by his own murder mystery novel, alongside detectives and supporting cast members. It explores themes of duality and sexual aberration within a metafictional narrative reacting to prior criticisms of Argento’s work.
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info Tenebrae Specifications
| Country | Italy |
| Year | 1982 |
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What is the setup of Tenebrae?
Tenebrae follows American novelist Peter Neal, played by Anthony Franciosa, after he arrives in Rome to promote a murder mystery. A killer appears to be using Neal's new book as inspiration.
Was Tenebrae Dario Argento's return to giallo?
Yes. After the supernatural horror of Suspiria in 1977 and Inferno in 1980, Tenebrae returned Argento to the giallo mode of black-gloved murder, investigation, and stylized set pieces.
Who made the music for Tenebrae?
The score was by Claudio Simonetti, Fabio Pignatelli, and Massimo Morante, all associated with Goblin. Its synth-rock sound is a major part of the film's 1982 identity.
Why was Tenebrae controversial in the UK?
Tenebrae was caught up in the UK video nasties panic and was unavailable legally there for years. The film was not released uncut in the UK home-video market until much later, with 1999 often cited as the turning point.
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