1975
2014-01-14
Giallo Score
97
: Deep Red
: 1975
: Goblin
The ruler of the Giallo Score. Considered by most to be Argento’s crowning achievement and the greatest Giallo ever made, Deep Red is the final stop at the end of the genre’s classic period.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1971
2012-09-13
Giallo Score
94
: 1971
: Ennio Morricone
Argento’s (once elusive) third Giallo effectively represents the genre as a whole in a single film. Four Flies offers the greatest Giallo director at the peak of the genre’s popularity.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1972
2012-08-13
Giallo Score
93
: 1972
: Ennio Morricone
This is Massimo Dallamano's career defining work and a classic Giallo. New comers to the genre who are ready to branch out from Argento would do well starting here.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1972
2013-03-22
Giallo Score
93
: 1972
: Ennio Morricone
Aldo Lado directs a somber but well-paced and well-acted Giallo with a haunting score by Ennio Morricone.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1972
2012-09-13
Giallo Score
92
: 1972
: Riz Ortolani
This is Fucli's Giallo masterpiece and possibly the best film of his career. All the Giallo elements are present and yet this film looks and feels like no other in the genre. This film should be a staple in the library of any serious fan of the genre.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1982
2013-12-18
Giallo Score
92
: Tenebre
: 1982
: Goblin
With the genre all but dead, Argento delivers his "neo-Giallo" masterpiece; a film that is just too fun for a single viewing.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1972
2014-02-06
Giallo Score
88
: 1972
: Riz Ortolani
Umberto Lenzi directed a handful of Gialli. Some were great, some were terrible. This is one of the better ones.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1970
2012-09-13
Giallo Score
86
: 1970
: Ennio Morricone
Agento's first attempt at the genre is better than 90% of the films that followed it. If you only see one Giallo in your lifetime, this is it.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1973
2013-03-01
Giallo Score
86
: Torso
: 1973
: Guido De Angelis
Having exhausted the classic Giallo format in his previous three films, Martio delivers Torso: the gateway to the American slasher film.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1971
2012-09-13
Giallo Score
83
: 1971
: Ennio Morricone
A great performance by Nero, a sublime Morricone score, and a well paced plot easily facilitates multiple viewings. Add to these the brilliant technical visual style and The Fifth Chord effortlessly contends with Argento's early 70's Giallo.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1971
2012-09-13
Giallo Score
81
: 1971
: Nora Orlandi
Sergio Martino’s first Giallo, which features a breakthrough performance by Edwige Fenech, is a landmark film and a great introduction to the genre.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1971
2012-09-13
Giallo Score
75
: 1971
: Ennio Morricone
After a few additional viewings I have definitely warmed up to this film. Paolo Cavara delivers a stylish Giallo with hints of Poliziotteschi mixed in. Come for the Bond girls but stay for the murders.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1965
2022-01-06
Giallo Score
73
: 1965
: Renzo Rossellini
This sophisticated and exquisite looking Giallo borrows from Bava, Antonioni, and the French New Wave resulting in an experience that’s unlike any other film in the genre.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1971
2013-03-08
Giallo Score
72
: 1971
: Stelvio Cipriani
The grandfather of the American slasher film. Bava replaces the genre’s normal glitz and glamour with brooding atmosphere and a high body count.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1969
2014-02-14
Giallo Score
69
: 1969
: Riz Ortolani
There's no black gloved killer here. But with Fulci at the helm, this compelling story with its gorgeous San Francisco location, jazzy soundtrack and bevy of gorgeous hippie babes, is one of the best films of the genre and a must see!
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1963
2014-09-02
Giallo Score
66
: 1963
: Roberto Nicolosi
Unanimously considered to be the very first Giallo film. Bava mixes elements of horror, Hitchcock and Krimi to create a unique film that is way ahead of its time.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1968
2022-01-04
Giallo Score
66
: 1968
: Carlo Savina
This lesser known Giallo from 1968 is one of my favorites from the “proto” period. Antonio Margheriti follows Bava’s footsteps to create a slightly silly but enjoyable whodunnit that further develops some of the classic tropes of the genre.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1970
2016-03-21
Giallo Score
65
: 1970
: Piero Umiliani
Lenzi's thrid installment in his "sexy thriller" trilogy is his best yet with the inclusion of Jean Sorel and a story full of twists and turns.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1964
2012-09-18
Giallo Score
64
: 1964
: Carlo Rustichelli
Mario Bava solidifies his position as the inventor of the genre with an iconic film that is identified as the quintessential Giallo more often than any other.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1965
2021-12-25
Giallo Score
59
: Libido
: 1965
: Carlo Rustichelli
Giallo screenwriting legend Ernesto Gastaldi jumps into the director's chair for this genre defining psycho-sexual thriller that holds its own against the films from the classic period.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1969
2016-02-16
Giallo Score
51
: Paranoia
: 1969
: Piero Umiliani
This hilariously wacky but still entertaining thriller is Umberto Lenzi's first attempt at the "sexy thriller" Giallo.
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis
1968
2021-12-17
Giallo Score
50
: 1968
: Nora Orlandi
This trend-setting sexy thriller employs a star-studded cast and crew, gorgeous filming locations, a noteworthy soundtrack… and the most hideous blue Christmas ball jewelry I’ve ever seen!
Recommedation: Must-See
A quintessential example of the genre.
A quintessential example of the genre.
score analysis