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5.6 / 10(37 votes)IMDbR19881h 32mItaly

Phantom of Death

Un delitto poco comune

Synopsis

Police Comissioner Datti is investigating the murder of a female doctor whose murderer seems to be a thirty-fivish year old man. Soon another murder follows: Pianist Robert Dominici's girlfriend is found killed. The killer also challenges Datti on the phone and says he can't be caught since he has a secret which makes him invulnerable. In the meantime the clues seems to point in strange directions...

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Phantom of Death / Off Balance (1987) Original Trailer [FHD]

Type: Trailer • Published 2023-10-28

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

December 1, 1988

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

October 12, 1989

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Ruggero Deodato
Screenplay & Story
Vincenzo Mannino, Gianfranco Clerici, Gigliola Battaglini
Original Score
Pino Donaggio
Original Title
Un delitto poco comune
Country of Origin
Italy
Spoken Languages
Italian
Runtime
1h 32m
Production Studios
DMV Distribuzione, Globe Films, Tandem Cinematografica, Reteitalia

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Ruggero Deodato

Screenplay & Story

Vincenzo Mannino, Gianfranco Clerici, Gigliola Battaglini

Original Score & Music

Pino Donaggio

Director of Photography

Giorgio Di Battista

Film Editing

Daniele Alabiso

Producers

Pietro Innocenzi

Department Leadership Roster

Ruggero Deodato

Ruggero Deodato

Director

Vincenzo Mannino

Screenplay

Gianfranco Clerici

Screenplay

Gigliola Battaglini

Screenplay

Pietro Innocenzi

Pietro Innocenzi

Producer

Pino Donaggio

Pino Donaggio

Original Music Composer

Giorgio Di Battista

Director of Photography

Daniele Alabiso

Editor

Giovanna Deodato

Costume Design

Paolo Innocenzi

Production Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)16

Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Phantom of Death

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Phantom of Death about?

Police Comissioner Datti is investigating the murder of a female doctor whose murderer seems to be a thirty-fivish year old man. Soon another murder follows: Pianist Robert Dominici's girlfriend is found killed. The killer also challenges Datti on the phone and says he can't be caught since he has a secret which makes him invulnerable. In the meantime the clues seems to point in strange directions...

Who directed Phantom of Death?

Phantom of Death was directed by Ruggero Deodato.

Who stars in Phantom of Death?

The principal cast of Phantom of Death includes Michael York, Edwige Fenech, Donald Pleasence, Mapi Galán, Fabio Sartor.

When was Phantom of Death released and how long is it?

Phantom of Death was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.

Who composed the musical score for Phantom of Death?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Phantom of Death was composed by Pino Donaggio.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Phantom of Death?

Phantom of Death holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).