Giallo spotlight: "A Blade in the Dark"

Join Movie Club Member Kyle C. for the next movie in his giallo series.
Here's how it works:

1. We will be meeting at Dot's Cafe, 2521 SE Clinton St., on Sunday, January 11 from 4-6pm
2. Grab some food and drinks and we'll spend some time discussing this masterpiece. (NOTE: Just like a book club, we watch the movie before we meet, streaming links below)

Movie Spotlight:

A Blade in the Dark is an Italian giallo thriller directed by Lamberto Bava. The story follows a young film composer who retreats to a secluded villa to work on the score for a horror movie. What begins as a quiet creative getaway slowly turns unsettling as strange noises, unexpected visitors, and fragments of the film he’s scoring start to blur the line between his work and the reality around him.

The movie builds tension through atmosphere rather than constant action — long shadows, eerie spaces, and a sense that the villa itself is keeping secrets. As Bruno digs deeper into the house’s past and the people connected to it, the mystery tightens, creating a classic giallo blend of suspense, style, and psychological unease.

Tips:

1. Haven't seen the movie before? You're in for a treat - try to watch the movie sometime before we meet (Streaming Options include AppleTV and free ad-based steamers including Fandango, PlutoTV, and Crunchyroll) . Just like a book club we don't watch the movie at our meetup, just discuss it. You don't have to watch the movie to join us, but it'll be more fun if you can.
2. I usually take a few notes while I watch to keep from forgetting the most interesting stuff. If you think of some interesting discussion topics while you watch, bring 'em with you!
3. We'll decide on our next giallo movie to watch! Come with suggestions.

Are you not that familiar with the giallo genre? Read the Wikipedia entry to learn more. Is there a giallo you'd like to propose the group watch and discuss next? Here's a comprehensive list of Italian giallos along with films influenced by the genre. Maybe there's a film you've heard about but needed an excuse to watch--come join us for discussion & make a suggestion!

Coming to the group for the first time, but interested in movies previously watched & discussed? Here's a list of all previous giallos watched and discussed by the group (with group rating)!

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