Tenebrae (1984): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Tenebrae is a 1984 mystery thriller directed by Dario Argento, starring Anthony Franciosa, John Saxon and Daria Nicolodi. It runs 1 hour 41 minutes. Critics gave it 83 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 41m (101 min)
- Director
- Dario Argento
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Titanus
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Tenebrae About?
The premise of Tenebrae without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
While promoting his new novel in Rome, writer Peter Neal becomes the target of a brutal killer who is mirroring the violent acts described in his books. As the murders escalate, Neal finds himself drawn into a dangerous investigation alongside his assistant Anne and police inspector Gianni. Navigating the city’s shadowy corners and historic landmarks, they desperately try to identify the killer before he strikes again, and Neal realizes he may be the next victim in this terrifying game.
Tenebrae Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- giallo
- object stuffed into someone's mouth
- nipples visible through clothing
- female nudity
- miniskirt
- pantyhose
- high heel put in man's mouth
- stuffing paper into someone's mouth
- red high heels
- serial killer
- shoplifter
- bitten by a dog
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- mad dog
- straight edge razor
- dog attack
- misogynist
- cutting one's throat
- death of girlfriend
- undressing
- faking one's death
- 1980s
- europe
- red shoes
- lesbian journalist
- man slaps a woman
- black gloved killer
- bisexual woman
- female topless nudity
- upskirt camera shot
- long female legs
- writer
- woman in jeopardy
- female female kiss
- scantily clad female
- woman wrapped in a towel
- homeless man
- psychopathic killer
- head split in half
- murder of lesbian couple
- stabbed in the belly
- sherlock holmes quotation
- axe
- climbing a fence
- animal attack
- electric typewriter
- vandalism
- knife held to someone's throat
- throat cut
- kicked in the groin
- slamming a door on someone's hand
Tenebrae Cast
Anthony Franciosa leads the cast, with John Saxon and Daria Nicolodi. Directed by Dario Argento; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Dario Argento
Also Starring in Tenebrae
· 6 moreMore from Dario Argento
More films directed by Dario Argento, best-rated first: Deep Red, Suspiria, Opera and Inferno.
Tenebrae Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Tenebrae 83 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 83 Metascore
User score 7.1
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Tenebrae Plot Summary
What happens in Tenebrae from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Peter Neal, portrayed by Anthony Franciosa, is a celebrated American author known for his graphic horror novels that have garnered immense popularity across Europe. While in Italy to publicize his latest work titled Tenebrae, he is accompanied by his literary agent, John Saxon, and his devoted assistant, Daria Nicolodi. Unbeknownst to him, his ex-wife Jane, played by Veronica Lario, lurks in the shadows, harboring bitter feelings.
Full summary
The whole story of Tenebrae, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Tenebrae?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Tenebrae FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Tenebrae, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Tenebrae?
Tenebrae runs 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).
When was Tenebrae released?
Tenebrae was released on February 17, 1984.
Who directed Tenebrae?
Tenebrae was directed by Dario Argento.
More films by Dario Argento Who is in the cast of Tenebrae?
Tenebrae stars Anthony Franciosa, John Saxon and Daria Nicolodi, among 10 credited actors.
How is Tenebrae rated?
Tenebrae has 83 on Metacritic.
Does Tenebrae have a post-credit scene?
No. Tenebrae has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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