The Element of Crime (1984)
6.3 (220 votes)
1h 44m
May 14, 1984
DA
Synopsis
Fisher, an ex-detective, decides to take one final case when a mysterious serial killer claims the lives of several young girls. Fisher, unable to find the culprit, turns to Osbourne, a writer who was once respected for his contributions to the field of criminology. Fisher begins to use Osbourne's technique, which involves empathizing with serial killers; however, as the detective becomes increasingly engrossed in this method, things take a disturbing turn.
Director
Lars von Trier
Writers
Lars von Trier, Niels Vørsel
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Original Title
Forbrydelsens element
Status
Released
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Production
Det Danske Filminstitut, Per Holst Filmproduktion, Asta Film