Cry of a Prostitute
Director: Andrea Bianchi
Actors: Henry Silva, Barbara Bouchet, Fausto Tozzi
PlotIn a gritty, crime-ridden underworld, a former mob hitman named Tony is hired to clean up a feud involving rival mafioso families in Sicily. The tension escalates as each family vies for control of the powerful drug trade, leading to violent clashes. Amidst this chaos, Tony is tasked with investigating mysterious murders happening within the families, which threaten to unbalance the fragile power dynamics. As he delves deeper into the underbelly of organized crime, Tony encounters Margie, a beautiful and enigmatic woman tangled in the web of deceit and brutality. Their paths cross amidst bloodshed and betrayal as secrets are slowly uncovered, suggesting a larger conspiracy at play.
As the plot thickens, lines between allies and enemies blur, pushing Tony to confront his own brutal past. The moral complexities of his profession come to light, making him question his role in a world governed by violence and corruption. Tony and Margie form a reluctant alliance, each driven by their own motives but bound together by survival instincts. The clock ticks down as they navigate treacherous alliances and double-crosses, racing against time to unearth hidden truths. Meanwhile, dangerous subplots unfold as mafia bosses vie for dominance, adding layers of intrigue and danger. As the situation reaches a boiling point, pivotal revelations threaten to alter the criminal landscape forever.
Writers: Piero Regnoli, Sergio Simonetti
Release Date: 01 Jan 1976
Runtime: 97 min
Rating: R
Country: Italy
Language: Italian
Home Video Reviews
A bold, unhinged portrayal by Henry Silva energizes 'Cry of a Prostitute', a relentless, non-mainstream crime thriller that's both vicious and unique.
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