Rings of Fear
Enigma rosso
“Sweet sixteen ... they'll lose more than just their lives.”
Synopsis
Angela Russo, a sixteen-year-old girl, is found dead in a river, having been fatally violated with a large blunt instrument. Inspector Di Salvo is assigned to the case and focuses his investigations on St. Theresa's, the exclusive school where Angela boarded. Three of the murdered girl's classmates, Franca, Paola and Virginia (who call themselves "The Inseparables"), receive threatening poems from an individual using the name "Nemesis." Bizarre "accidents" start to befall the girls: Franca is injured when someone causes her horse to bolt and Virginia nearly breaks her neck on marbles left at the top of a staircase. But Di Salvo is determined to find the killer, even if it means using unorthodox methods. He is aided by Angela Russo's little sister Emily, whose helpful clues lead to a boutique owned by a dubious character and a vice ring where "rich influential men pay well for teenage favours..."
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Fabio Testi
Inspector Gianni Di Salvo
Christine Kaufmann
Christina, Di Salvo's girlfriend
Ivan Desny
Chief Inspector Louis Roccaglio
Jack Taylor
Michael Parravicini
Bruno Alessandro
Di Salvo's Assistant
María Asquerino
Miss Graham
Helga Liné
Mrs. Russo
Silvia Aguilar
Virginia Nardini
Taida Urruzola
Franca
Tony Isbert
Max van der Weyden
Fausta Avelli
Emily Russo
Albertina
Fabián Conde
Mr. Mandel
Brigitte Wagner
Virginia
Carmen Carro
Ricardo Merino
Paola's Father
José Nodar
Tony Valento
Mr. Sataro
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1986
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alberto Negrin
- Screenplay & Story
- Marcello Coscia, Massimo Dallamano, Franco Ferrini, Stefano Ubezio, Alberto Negrin, Peter Berling
- Original Score
- Riz Ortolani
- Original Title
- Enigma rosso
- Country of Origin
- Italy, Germany, Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Penta Film, Daimo Cinematografica, CIPI Cinematografica
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alberto Negrin
Marcello Coscia, Massimo Dallamano, Franco Ferrini, Stefano Ubezio, Alberto Negrin, Peter Berling, Miguel De Echarri
Riz Ortolani
Eduardo Noé
Paolo Boccio
Antonio Tagliaferri, Leo Pescarolo, Artur Brauner
Department Leadership Roster
Paolo Boccio
Editor
Eduardo Noé
Director of Photography
Riz Ortolani
Original Music Composer
Antonio Tagliaferri
Producer
Leo Pescarolo
Producer
Artur Brauner
Producer
Marcello Coscia
Screenplay
Massimo Dallamano
Screenplay
Franco Ferrini
Screenplay
Stefano Ubezio
Screenplay
Alberto Negrin
Screenplay
Peter Berling
Screenplay
Alberto Negrin
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rings of Fear
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What is Rings of Fear about?
Angela Russo, a sixteen-year-old girl, is found dead in a river, having been fatally violated with a large blunt instrument. Inspector Di Salvo is assigned to the case and focuses his investigations on St. Theresa's, the exclusive school where Angela boarded. Three of the murdered girl's classmates, Franca, Paola and Virginia (who call themselves "The Inseparables"), receive threatening poems from an individual using the name "Nemesis." Bizarre "accidents" start to befall the girls: Franca is injured when someone causes her horse to bolt and Virginia nearly breaks her neck on marbles left at the top of a staircase. But Di Salvo is determined to find the killer, even if it means using unorthodox methods. He is aided by Angela Russo's little sister Emily, whose helpful clues lead to a boutique owned by a dubious character and a vice ring where "rich influential men pay well for teenage favours..."
Who directed Rings of Fear?
Rings of Fear was directed by Alberto Negrin.
Who stars in Rings of Fear?
The principal cast of Rings of Fear includes Fabio Testi, Christine Kaufmann, Ivan Desny, Jack Taylor, Bruno Alessandro.
When was Rings of Fear released and how long is it?
Rings of Fear was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Rings of Fear?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rings of Fear was composed by Riz Ortolani.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rings of Fear?
Rings of Fear holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).