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The Killer Wore Gloves (1974)

"It's diabolical! It's daring! It stalks, it cuts, it rips!"

4.619741h 30mES
ThrillerCrimeMysteryHorror

Directed by Juan Bosch

Rating

4.6/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

ES

Release

August 5, 1974

Director

Juan Bosch

Overview

At Heathrow Airport, a man is razored to death in a toilet cubicle. A young woman, Peggy Foster, is concerned about the disappearance of Michael, her photographer boyfriend, who has been in Vietnam for months. In order to pay the rent, she reluctantly sub-lets her garret flat to a man called John ...

Cast

Gillian Hills

Gillian Hills

Peggy Foster

Ángel del Pozo

Ángel del Pozo

John Kirk Lawford

Silvia Solar

Silvia Solar

Jackie Polianski

Stelio Candelli

Stelio Candelli

Ronald James

Carlos Otero

Carlos Otero

Mr. Lewis

Bruno Corazzari

Bruno Corazzari

John Kirk Lawford

Goyo Lebrero

Goyo Lebrero

Anthony

Manuel Gas

Manuel Gas

Inspector Walton

Gabriel Agustí

Gabriel Agustí

Inspector Redford

Irene D'Astrea

Irene D'Astrea

Anthony's wife

Orchidea De Santis

Orchidea De Santis

Shirley

Raf Baldassarre

Raf Baldassarre

Man at Subway Station (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Killer Wore Gloves (1974), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

At Heathrow Airport, a man is razored to death in a toilet cubicle. A young woman, Peggy Foster, is concerned about the disappearance of Michael, her photographer boyfriend, who has been in Vietnam for months. In order to pay the rent, she reluctantly sub-lets her garret flat to a man called John Kirk Lawford. The new tenant wears sunglasses indoors and acts suspiciously. Peggy is lured to an abandoned airfield by a call from Michael but is shot at by a sniper. Back at her apartment block she is shocked to find that a man has apparently committed suicide by jumping from her balcony. While the police question Peggy, a stranger turns up and announces himself as John Kirk Lawford! Shirley, secretary to Peggy's lascivious publisher, is killed by a black-gloved intruder and the mystery deepens...

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Killer Wore Gloves. 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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