Cast
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Taško Načić
as Pera Mitić
Srđan Šaper
as Spiridon Kopicl
Rahela Ferari
as Pera's mother
Nikola Simić
as Inspector Ognjen Strahinjić
Sonja Savić
as Sofija Mačkić
Branislav Zeremski
as Rodoljub
Jelisaveta 'Seka' Sablić
as Dobrila Škara
Radmila Savićević
as Mica Mojsilović, Witness
Živojin 'Žika' Milenković
as Inspector Gane
Milutin 'Mima' Karadžić
as Inspector Petrović
Branimir Brstina
as Elevator maniac
Ljerka Draženović
as Narrator
Pavle Minčić
as Spiridon's father
María Baxa
as Spiridon's stepmother
Dušan Kojić 'Koja'
as Bass player
Crew
Director
- Slobodan Šijan
Writer
- Slobodan Šijan
- Nebojša Pajkić
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This Comedy/Thriller/Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Strangler vs Strangler presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Slobodan Šijan brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1984, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Strangler vs Strangler took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 93 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 133 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 474 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 30 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1984, when this film was released:
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While Strangler vs Strangler shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Dark Sense, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Strangler vs Strangler subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Poisoning Angel and Death Valley: The Revenge of Bloody Bill explore similar territory, Strangler vs Strangler stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: June 18, 1984
- Runtime: 1h 33m
