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The Bait (1973)

"The Hunter becomes the Hunted!"

6.419731h 18mEN
DramaTV MovieCrimeThriller

Directed by Leonard Horn

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 18m

Language

EN

Release

March 13, 1973

Director

Leonard Horn

Overview

Tracy Fleming is a widowed police officer, with a young son, who has risen to the role of plainclothes operative. After six women have been raped and killed, Fleming agrees to go undercover in an effort to make herself a target for the killer. The climax places her in a life-and-death struggle with ...

Cast

Donna Mills

Donna Mills

Tracy Fleming

Michael Constantine

Michael Constantine

Captain Gus Maryk

William Devane

William Devane

Earl Stokey

Arlene Golonka

Arlene Golonka

Liz Fowler

June Lockhart

June Lockhart

Nora

Noam Pitlik

Noam Pitlik

Solomon

Thalmus Rasulala

Thalmus Rasulala

Eddie Nugent

Gianni Russo

Gianni Russo

Gianni Ruggeri

Brioni Farrell

Brioni Farrell

Denise

Brad Savage

Brad Savage

Mickey

Don Keefer

Don Keefer

Newsdealer

Mitzi Hoag

Mitzi Hoag

Nancy

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Bait (1973), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Tracy Fleming is a widowed police officer, with a young son, who has risen to the role of plainclothes operative. After six women have been raped and killed, Fleming agrees to go undercover in an effort to make herself a target for the killer. The climax places her in a life-and-death struggle with the killer.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Bait. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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