The Element of Crime Movie Review

In a monochromatic, post-holocaust future, a detective tracks down a serial killer of young girls. Made in Denmark, this minor festival favorite features an impressive directional debut and awaits cult status. Filmed in Sepia-tone. AKA: Forbrydelsens Element.

1984 104m/C DK Michael Elphick, Esmond Knight, Jerold Wells, Meme Lei, Astrid Henning-Jensen, Preben Leer-dorff-Rye, Gotha Andersen; D: Lars von Trier. Nominations: Cannes Film Festival ‘84: Best Film. VHS, Beta UNI, INJ, TPV