A perverse and offbeat film that pits cop Keitel against Lydon, a demented cop killer, in a sadomasochistic psychological battle. Keitel wants information on a murder Keitel admits to committing--initially Keitel doesn't believe his story--but the killer refuses to oblige. Instead, Lydon
turns the tables on his captor, taunting his abductor to abuse him further. For days Keitel keeps Lydon locked in an apartment. Although Keitel continues to beat him, it is the twisted cop who becomes increasingly tortured by Lydon's attitude and his refusal to defend himself against the violence.
A memorable film that is interesting not for its plot (which is hopelessly complex) b...
Released:
1983
Rated:
R
Length:
99 mins