Movies and TvShows featuring "proto-giallo" theme.
Black Sunday tells the story of a witch who is burned at the stake and returns from the grave to seek vengeance on her descendants. Alongside her is a vampire and an reanimated corpse, all of whom are wreaking havoc in an old inn. The film explores themes of seduction, resurrection, and the supernatural.
Shall We Dance is a romantic comedy film from 1937. It tells the story of a man named Peter who takes dance lessons to impress his wife, but ends up falling in love with his dance instructor, Linda. As Peter learns to dance, he finds himself drawn into a world of music, romance, and self-discovery.
After a criminal escapes from prison, he seeks revenge on the detective who arrested him, putting the detective's pregnant wife in jeopardy. As the detective tracks down the escapee, he must navigate a web of psychological suspense and cold-blooded murder.
A scatterbrained woman working as a door-to-door saleswoman gets involved in a chaotic adventure when she becomes the prime suspect in a deception case related to a cosmetic business. With the police after her, she must navigate through a series of comedic situations, including mistaken identities and encounters with gang members, in order to clear her name.
Jack the Ripper (1959) is a suspenseful crime drama that takes place in 19th-century London, focusing on the infamous Jack the Ripper murders. The film follows an American detective who finds himself investigating the brutal killings, getting caught up in the mystery and danger surrounding the case. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers shocking secrets and faces personal challenges in his pursuit of the notorious killer.
When a series of murders take place in a small town, a detective must unravel the mystery while dealing with the psychological aspects of the case. The investigation leads to shocking revelations and unexpected twists.
When a radio host's secretary is found dead, he becomes the prime suspect and must clear his name by uncovering the truth behind the murder. As he digs deeper, he realizes that everyone around him has a secret, and he must navigate a web of lies and deception to find the real killer.
In 23 Paces to Baker Street, a blind playwright living in London overhears a conversation in a bar about a kidnapping plot. With only his sense of smell and a tape recording of the conversation as clues, he sets out on a race against time to solve the crime and save the victim.
Men are being murdered by a psycho called "The Telegian," who uses a matter-transmitting device to locate his victims.
In London, Scotland Yard inspector Craig Kennedy investigates a series of murders where the victims are shot with arrows. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of secrets, including a hidden ship and a mysterious archer.
After a robbery, a criminal threatens to reveal the truth about an old love affair, leading a police inspector to go on a search to stop him before he can carry out his plan.
In The Awful Dr. Orlof, a mad scientist kidnaps women to perform facial reconstruction in order to save his disfigured daughter.
In 19th-century Paris, a duchess falls in love with a mad scientist who is researching the secrets of eternal youth. However, their love is forbidden and a series of mysterious events unfold, including kidnappings and grave robberies, all connected to a vampire lurking in the shadows.
The Horrible Dr. Hichcock is a gothic horror movie from 1962. The film follows the story of a mad doctor who becomes obsessed with his dead wife. He starts performing evil experiments on living women, hoping to bring his wife back to life. The movie has elements of gothic atmosphere, mad love, perverse obsession, and sado-masochistic themes.
In Italy, a police officer finds himself accused of murder after a series of false accusations. As he investigates the murder and tries to clear his name, he uncovers a web of corruption and deceit that reaches the highest levels of power. Faced with danger and betrayal, he must navigate through a maze of clues to uncover the truth.
In Rome, a young prostitute is found murdered in a park. The film follows the police investigation into the crime, using flashbacks and interviews to uncover the truth. As the investigation progresses, the mystery deepens and multiple suspects emerge. The story explores themes of crime, mystery, and the dark underbelly of society.
A devoted family man tries to help a beautiful alcoholic showgirl with her life, and becomes the the only suspect when someone else murders her.
When a mysterious murderer starts a series of murders, Inspector Totò is assigned to the case. As he investigates, he discovers a legacy of killers and an unusual connection to a gardener. With his unique sense of humor, Totò navigates through a world of police, jail, and the Italian history, bringing a dark comedic twist to the genre.
In 1661 Mexico, a renowned astronomer is accused of heresy by the Catholic Church and burned at the stake. However, the power of an ancient scroll resurrects him as a shapeshifting brainiac with a thirst for revenge. As he seeks to avenge himself against those who wronged him, he must navigate the treacherous landscape of 17th-century Mexico and confront the powers of the Inquisition.