The Element of Crime

1984 1h 44m ★6.4

The Element of Crime

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.

Release Date May 14, 1984
Runtime 1h 44m
Country Denmark
Language DA
Director Lars von Trier
Rating 6.4 / 10 (TMDb)
Year 1984
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