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The Element of Crime

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6.4/10 • 198

1984-05-141h 44m

CrimeDramaScience Fiction

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.

Directors
Lars von Trier
Editors
Tómas Gislason

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  1. Michael Elphick

    Michael Elphick

    Fisher

  2. Esmond Knight

    Esmond Knight

    Osborne

  3. Me Me Lai

    Me Me Lai

    Kim

  4. Jerold Wells

    Jerold Wells

    Kramer

  5. Ahmed El Shenawi

    Ahmed El Shenawi

    Therapist

  6. Astrid Henning-Jensen

    Astrid Henning-Jensen

    House Keeper

  7. Janos Hersko

    Janos Hersko

    Coroner

  8. Stig Larsson

    Stig Larsson

    Coroner's Assistant

  9. Harry Harper

    Harry Harper

    Portier 1

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Status
Released
Original Language
Danish
Budget
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Revenue
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Keywords
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