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Eurotika is a Channel 4 documentary film on European exploitation cinema. The documentary is similarly themed to Pete Tombs's book Immoral Tales: European Sex and Horror Movies 1956-1984. During the 1960s and 1970s, European low-budget films went kinky, emerging as a new type of cinema that blended eroticism, surrealism, horror, and over-the-top atmospherics.
Starting as an investigation, the film begins with the discovery of a murdered young woman. Gradually we go back in time to realize that this crime is altogether the logical continuation of a philosophy of life where neither sex nor death are taboo, and where a lust for pushing limits meets it ultimate conclusion.
Eaten Alive! is an Italian exploitation film set in the dangerous jungles of New Guinea. It follows a group of people who become trapped and hunted by a cannibalistic religious cult. The film features extreme violence, misogyny, and graphic scenes of torture. The survivors must navigate the treacherous jungle and avoid becoming the next victims of the cult.
Faust: Love of the Damned (2000) tells the story of a man who is transformed into a demon after making a deal with the devil. Seeking revenge for his transformation and the death of his girlfriend, he uses his new supernatural powers to take down a gang of criminals and confront the devil himself.
Pepi, Luci, Bom (1980) follows the story of three women in Madrid who form an unlikely friendship and navigate through various absurd and shocking situations. The film explores themes of revenge, sexuality, and societal norms.
In a crime-ridden city, a police officer witnesses the murder of his partner by the mafia. Fueled by revenge, he embarks on a dangerous mission to bring down the racketeers responsible. As he delves deeper into the criminal underworld, he uncovers a web of corruption, violence, and betrayal.
Strip Nude for Your Killer is a sleazy giallo film that revolves around a fashion photographer and his colleagues who become embroiled in a series of brutal murders. As the body count rises, the characters must uncover the identity of the killer before they too become victims.
A nun is violated by a criminal gang and seeks revenge. She takes matters into her own hands, using her faith and strength to punish those who have wronged her.
A police officer investigates a series of crimes in a small town in Northern Sweden, uncovering corruption and racism within the police force. The investigation leads him to confront his own brother and confront the dark secrets of the town's closed society.
When a blind woman is murdered in her apartment, a police officer must unravel the truth behind the crime, leading him on a dangerous journey of revenge and deception.
Dorian, a photographer, becomes obsessed with eternal youth and engages in a life of debauchery and corruption, leading to his own downfall.
Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever is an intense action film that follows the story of two highly skilled secret agents, Ecks and Sever. They find themselves on opposite sides of a deadly conflict, forced to fight against each other. As the tension rises, they must navigate a dangerous world of espionage, betrayal, and high-stakes action.
Waves of Lust is a captivating drama-thriller set in the beautiful coastal town of Cefalù, Sicily. The film follows a couple's journey into the world of open relationships, swinging, and infidelity. As their desires and passions escalate, so do the consequences, leading to a shocking and tragic climax filled with lust, jealousy, and murder. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Mediterranean Sea, Waves of Lust explores the dark underbelly of human desires and the deadly consequences that can ensue.
A seductive woman gets involved in relationships with several people. All of the characters play games of deceit with one and other and things get more and more dangerous.
A humorous and satirical look at the Eurovision Song Contest, showcasing the bizarre and eccentric performances that have made it a cultural phenomenon. Follow the journeys of outrageous contestants and witness the hilarity that ensues in this entertaining documentary.
When a group of explorers goes spelunking in a cave, they accidentally awaken a malevolent alien force that threatens the survival of humanity. As they struggle to escape the creature's relentless pursuit, they must rely on their wits and resourcefulness to stay alive. With severed heads, psychic powers, and exploding faces, this Italian exploitation film is a gruesome thrill ride.
Rulers of the City is a dark comedy crime film set in Rome, Italy. It follows the story of a mafia crime boss who is challenged by a group of criminals and faces violence, explosions, and assassination attempts. The film combines elements of black humor, exploitation, and euro-trash aesthetics.
In this spy spoof, Dr. Goldfoot plans to conquer the world with his army of beautiful female robots. It's up to an inept secret agent to stop him before it's too late.
An experiment of psychological effects under stressful conditions in a shelter. When fifteen strangers are put into a nuclear shelter to see how long they can survive without interaction with the outside, things work out fine.