"Four Flies on Grey Velvet" is a tough movie to find and I'm not sure why. Pretty much every other Argento film is now widely available, yet this was just finally released here in the states in a passable DVD format, remastered and great-looking.
It's impressive how this is Argento's least-seen giallo, yet not his worst, in my opinion. The story is engaging and interesting right from the get-go as a man, Roberto, is tormented by a man who he ends up 'accidentally murdering.' The plot twists and turns in typical Argento fashion until we finally learn who the real killer is. No black gloves in this one, and I think the film is better for that.
My only question is: why did the killer do it? That is never really made clear. But does it really matter? We watch these for the brilliant cinematography, the mood and of course, the score.
"Four Flies on Grey Velvet" has one of the best Morricione soundtracks I have heard.
7 out of 10, kids.
It's impressive how this is Argento's least-seen giallo, yet not his worst, in my opinion. The story is engaging and interesting right from the get-go as a man, Roberto, is tormented by a man who he ends up 'accidentally murdering.' The plot twists and turns in typical Argento fashion until we finally learn who the real killer is. No black gloves in this one, and I think the film is better for that.
My only question is: why did the killer do it? That is never really made clear. But does it really matter? We watch these for the brilliant cinematography, the mood and of course, the score.
"Four Flies on Grey Velvet" has one of the best Morricione soundtracks I have heard.
7 out of 10, kids.