The Torturer
Synopsis
The gorgeous young actress Ginette auditions for the lead role in the first long feature film of the controversial artist Alex Sherba and she's almost immediately submitted to a long series of harassing questions and indecent proposals. Alex quickly turns out to be a mentally unstable and potentially dangerous man, and when she finds an earring belonging to a missing friend of hers, Ginette even suspects that he might be a killer and starts her very own private investigation. Meanwhile, the torturing of other poor girls cheerfully continues in the dungeon of Alex' parental house.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Courmayeur Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 11, 2006
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lamberto Bava
- Screenplay & Story
- Lamberto Bava, Andrea Valentini, Diego Cestino
- Original Score
- Paolo Vivaldi
- Original Title
- The Torturer
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Dania Film, Due P.T. Cinematografica S.r.l., Surf Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lamberto Bava
Lamberto Bava, Andrea Valentini, Diego Cestino
Paolo Vivaldi
Ugo Menegatti
Raimondo Aiello
Angelo Frezza
Department Leadership Roster
Lamberto Bava
Director
Angelo Frezza
Producer
Ugo Menegatti
Director of Photography
Gabriella Martino
Costume Design
Paolo Vivaldi
Original Music Composer
Lamberto Bava
Screenplay
Maurizio Jacopelli
Production Design
Raimondo Aiello
Editor
Andrea Valentini
Screenplay
Diego Cestino
Screenplay
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Torturer.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Torturer
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Torturer about?
The gorgeous young actress Ginette auditions for the lead role in the first long feature film of the controversial artist Alex Sherba and she's almost immediately submitted to a long series of harassing questions and indecent proposals. Alex quickly turns out to be a mentally unstable and potentially dangerous man, and when she finds an earring belonging to a missing friend of hers, Ginette even suspects that he might be a killer and starts her very own private investigation. Meanwhile, the torturing of other poor girls cheerfully continues in the dungeon of Alex' parental house.
Who directed The Torturer?
The Torturer was directed by Lamberto Bava.
Who stars in The Torturer?
The principal cast of The Torturer includes Simone Corrente, Elena Bouryka, Carla Cassola, María Blanco-Fafián, Emilio De Marchi.
When was The Torturer released and how long is it?
The Torturer was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Torturer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Torturer was composed by Paolo Vivaldi.