A Lizard In A Woman's Skin

A Lizard In A Woman's Skin is one of those rare Giallo films that goes waaay out there in a good way. Many people know Lucio Fulci for his Horror Films. Not many people know that Fulci originally started in filming comedic films. After his wife's death, he went through several phases. Westerns, Giallo, & finally Horror. This film is during his Giallo phase. This is an AMAZING film. I dare say it equals, if not surpasses, Dario Argento's Giallo work. No Offense to Dario Argento (He is an incredible filmaker in his own right). For all of those who are squeemish with animals, there is a brief scene with dogs that is fantastically real (No dogs were harmed. These are fake). Fulci was subject to a lawsuit concerning this. And had to bring in his Special Effects Person to prove that the dogs in his film were really fake.

One of the best Giallo films made. Some people have complained that the drug scenes shows that Fulci doesn't really understand drugs--but the trip sequences are vivid and feel like a real vision or nightmare. The film builds to an especially powerful ending--but then the producer's wouldn't allow Fulci to have a final trip/nightmare scene and the ending they enforced on the movie is a let down. The usually good Stanley Baker is rather stiff as well--though the ending also hurts his character as well.There were several dvd releases of this film, some of which were the edited down version--which is to be avoided--this has the complete cut. Too bad about that ending but a must see for anyone interested in Fulci and Italian cinema of the period.

This is one of those reviews that'll begin, "I never write reviews, but," a phrase signaling that something has actually happened. I purchased Lucio Fulci's A Lizard in a Woman's Skin sight unseen, on the strength of what had been written here and elsewhere. That might even be the best way to encounter the film, because the first frame to the last is an ongoing revelation. Technically dazzling, sonically arresting, so challenging to the senses and so consummately controlled that Fulci, whose name mainly conjures up a set of B-grade gore flicks, comes across here as nothing less than a master of atmosphere and style. It's surreal, hypnotic, photographed in an often baroque way, and would play well next to either Fando and Lis or Vampyros Lesbos. This was a great, unexpected find.

Finally a superb transfer of this terrific Giallo! Mondo Macabre's Blu-Ray blows away both crappy Shriek Show releases (the first of which should never have seen the light of day). For me this was like seeing the film for the first time. And a ton of extras too.This giallo alone puts Fulci right up there with Argento and Bava. A must buy for any giallo fans. Finally you can throw out those awful Shriek Show disks!

Highly Recommend! It's in My Top 10 Horror Movies!

Lucio Fulci's shining moment: better than "The Psychic" last thought to be his best achievement. Florinda Bolkan is quite good here and the whole production is well thought out for such a complex tale. Really impressive. Stanley Baker, Leo Genn and Anita Strindberg co-star. Brought to blu-ray by mondomacabro which is really scary. 1971, color.

Great looking blu of a great giallo film by Fulci starring Florinda Bolkan and Anita Strindberg at their peak. Great score by Morricone. Blows all other editions out of the water. Highly entertaining.

Great blu-ray transfer, lots of fascinating extras and, of yeah, very cool movie. One of Fulci's very best.

Item as described with fast delivery. Thanks

The package containing the Blu-ray disc "A Lizard In A Woman's Skin" (Mondo Macabro) arrived within the specified time frame (import) and in good condition. Thankyou, Amazon (US) and APG (final delivery via Australia Post) for the timely and safe delivery of this eagerly awaited Blu-ray disc.What an intriguing title! After reading the title I knew that I just had to have one of these discs. The title aptly describes this movie in one line. Here, we have the main character (Carol an overanxious / neurotic) in constant fear over losing her respectability. With Carol's involvement in a dalliance, likely to become public, she commits a crime. Fearful and in panic she takes flight, after a short paralysis. Later, after revisiting the crime scene, Carol remembers the potential witnesses to her crime. Calculatingly, Carol starts to consult a psychiatrist, with the pretense, of laying down the groundwork for an insanity defence. Her goal is survival, defined by the maintenance of respectability. Add in family relationships, affairs, self interest and the obligatory "red herrings" (all to muddy the waters) and you have a captivating story. Carol, like that of a Chameleon (Dragon) Lizard, possesses the ability to change "appearances" to match the prevailing circumstances/ environment.All actors deliver strong performances: believably genuine character portrayals. There is some female nudity (breasts - non full frontal - and bottoms).Film production is commendable: scenes are well composed with good camera angles and lighting, delivering full impact from each scene.The movie contains scenes with oozing, bubbling and spurting blood and disembowelment (evisceration). There is also a scene concerning the vivisection of foxes (open splayed abdominal cavities, while appearing alive). All have an "air" of fakeness. Still, they contribute towards providing the realness in this movie.Elements (including motor cars, buses, office equipment and police procedures) of the setting tends to date this film. However, you notice them but soon forget about them as you continue to enjoy the movie.The remastering, carried out by Mondo Macabro, is exemplary. The picture is well defined and crystal clear. Colouration is realistic and consistent. There is little evidence of film scratch or dust blotch. Film grain (Inherent) is minimal. Digital noise (pixelation) is insignificant. Technically, an impressive restoration of an early 70's film.Well worth the price and wait (import). Another valued addition to my library.

Ein sehr gut gemachter Giallo der schönsten Art. Starke Bildsprache garniert mit einigen Schockszenen. Leider wurde dieser Film in Deutschland nie ausgewertet. Fulcis frühere Werke zeigen welche Regiekraft sich hinter seinem Namen damals verbarg. Auch nach 50 Jahren bin ich echt erstaunt wie modern und innovativ die Machart noch heute ist. Also eine Empfehlung an alle Giallofans und die, die es noch werden wollen.

This bluray has MORE then enough extras to satisfy any Giallo Phile!!!The film itself was mediocre at best, but for 1971 its alright.Arrow Video are from what I can tell the BEST in terms of ALL EXTRAS trailers radio comerials, I wish Arrow would do ALL the classic 70's and 80's Horrror films!

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