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Cold Light of Day
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Cold Light of Day

1989-08-15 · 81 min · ★ 5.3

Horror · Crime · Thriller · Drama

February, 1983. Detectives are called to a residential address in the London suburbs following reports that the drains have been clogged by human remains. One of the property’s residents, Dennis Nilsen – a mild-mannered and unassuming civil servant – is brought in for questioning, leading to the discovery of one of the most shocking and disturbing cases of serial murder ever to rock Britain.

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Directors
Fhiona-Louise
Production companies
Creative Artists Pictures
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Bob FlagDennis Nilsen
Geoffrey GreenhillGeoffrey GreenhillInspector Simmons
Claire KingClaire KingProstitute
Martin Byrne-QuinnJoe
Keith Hamilton CobbKeith Hamilton Cobb
Jackie CoxJulie Stay

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