The Bloodstained Shadow
A schoolgirl was murdered seven years ago, and the case was never solved; now, the murderer seems to be back.
Critics Sentiment
Don Paolo jumps from church bell tower in remorse
Stefano and Sandra travel through Venice canals together
The film drops significantly during the romantic subplot and Venice travelogue sequences before recovering for the final revelation and suicide.
The Bloodstained Shadow starts promisingly with atmospheric murders and Venice cinematography, but suffers severely in the middle act due to boring romantic scenes and pointless travelogue footage. The film recovers somewhat in the final act with its predictable but well-executed revelation and unexpectedly effective suicide finale.
Full cast
Lino Capolicchio
Stefano D'Archangelo
Stefania Casini
Sandra Sellani
Craig Hill
Don Paolo
Massimo Serato
Count Pedrazzi
Juliette Mayniel
Signora Nardi
Laura Nucci
Sandra's stepmother
Attilio Duse
Gasparre, the sacristan
Gianfranco Bullo
Nardi's son
Luigi Casellato
Signor Andreani
Alfredo Zammi
Police Commissioner
Alina De Simone
Medium
Sonia Viviani
Signora Nardi's Friend
Sergio Mioni
Fortunato Arena
Antonio Bido
Eolo Capritti
Crew
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