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The Element of Crime
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The Element of Crime

1984-05-14 · 104 min · ★ 6.4

Crime · Drama · Science Fiction

Fisher, an ex-detective, decides to take one final case when a mysterious serial killer claims the lives of several young girls. Fisher, unable to find the culprit, turns to Osbourne, a writer who was once respected for his contributions to the field of criminology. Fisher begins to use Osbourne's technique, which involves empathizing with serial killers; however, as the detective becomes increasingly engrossed in this method, things take a disturbing turn.

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Directors
Lars von Trier
Production companies
Det Danske Filminstitut, Per Holst Filmproduktion, Asta Film
Countries
Denmark
Status
Released

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Michael ElphickMichael ElphickFisher
Esmond KnightEsmond KnightOsborne
Me Me LaiMe Me LaiKim
Jerold WellsJerold WellsKramer
Ahmed El ShenawiAhmed El ShenawiTherapist
Astrid Henning-JensenAstrid Henning-JensenHouse Keeper
Janos HerskoCoroner
Stig LarssonStig LarssonCoroner's Assistant
Harry HarperPortier 1
Roman MoszkowiczPortier 2
Lars von TrierLars von TrierSchmuck of Ages
Frederik CasbyWhite Policeman
Duke AddabayoBlack Policeman
Jon Bang CarlsenJon Bang CarlsenAngry Policeman
Leif MagnussonLeif MagnussonHotel Guest
Preben Lerdorff RyePreben Lerdorff RyeGrandfather
Camilla Overbye RoosCamilla Overbye RoosLotto Girl 1
Maria Holkenfeldt-BehrendtLotto Girl 2
Mogens RukovMogens RukovLibrarian
Gotha AndersenGotha AndersenJudge

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