The Element of Crime

Name: The Element of Crime
Released: 1984-05-14
Rating: 6.37

1984 · 1h 44m · TMDB 6.4/10 (230 votes)

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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About The Element of Crime

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.

Status: Released
TMDB rating: 6.4/10 from 230 votes