Expanding his primaryhued fantasy world into an appropriately cotton candyflavored kaleidoscope, director mario bava injects danger. Renowned composer ennio morricone brought the comic book landscape to life with a set of songs that enforced perpetual coolness on a smaller scale. Diabolik is regarded by many comic book writers as one of the best and most loyal comic to film transitions. A delightfully outlandish comic strip directed by the master of the italian b movie, a former cameraman who could always be relied on to ravish the eye with won. The character of diabolik was created in the winter of 1962 by the milanese sisters during a time in italian history where the people where growing weary of government rule. What else could you make of a movie that includes art film refugee michel piccoli, british comic terrythomas, former bond baddie adolfo celi and austrian exploitation queen marisa mell.
And after so many years trying to find it on dvd, i finally did it. The music is typical of late 60searly 70s european adventure filmsdee dee daaaaahhh. To obtain this category cuts were required but the details are not available. Its going to be a snap and nobodys going to get hurt. Hes going to hire two thugs to kidnap his wife in a scheme to collect a hefty ransom from his wealthy fatherinlaw. The scourge of police and the criminal underworld alike, diabolik s only loyalties lie with his lover eva and with taking every opportunity to. Movie by mario bava based on italian antihero diabolik. Diabolik is at the confluence of many disparate aspects of cinema that i grow to appreciate more and more each year.
Diabolik was released on dvd by paramount home entertainment on june 14. Diabolik is an exciting romp, showing us a version of the sixties that only existed in the movies and the score by ennio morricone is simply one of the best movie scores out there. Diabolik 1968 heres the one and only morricone with the great soundtrack to one of my very favourite films. The cheap dvd comes with some great extras, like a pleasant and informative commentary by star john phillip law and bava expert time lucas. Since i recently watched mario bavas danger diabolik, i had an urge to see some other, lesser known spy movies. Diabolik as total junk were looking for its merit in the script and dialog, doing the usual critical thing of judging a movie by its literary content. International man of mystery diabolik and his sensuous lover eva kant pull off heist after heist, all while european cops led by inspector ginko and envious mobsters led by ralph valmont are closing in on them. Bissette, creator of dc comic book character the swamp thing and cocreator of the comic character constantine teaches film appreciation and. Diabolik is a masked criminal who has plotted a major heist. Danger diabolik british board of film classification. In a generic european country of the late 60s, diabolik is an antihero whose life consists on preparing schemes to steal government money and make a fool of the entire police department. Law is diabolik, a supercriminal who lives underground in his electronic hideout with a sexy blond marisa mell and millions of dollars worth of gadgets.
Delightfully outlandish hits a high note of fantasy worthy. Diabolik is a film version of the diabolik comic books created by. Diabolik starring john phillip law in this science fiction on directv. Unable to bring diabolik to justice, the police put a lot of pressure on an organized crime figure to go outside the law and bring him down. John phillip law is the super criminal i never knew i needed in my life. Jerry, a smalltown minnesota car salesman is bursting at the seams with debt. Moviegoods has ebays largest selection of movie and tv show posters photos. The lowestpriced brandnew, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging where packaging is applicable.
Diabolik is a 1968 action film directed and cowritten by mario bava, based on the italian comic series diabolik by angela and luciana giussani. Arch supercriminal diabolik supercool john phillip law and his glamorous partner in. In the united states, the film opened in new york in december 1968. Music and dialogues are taken directly from the movie.
Diabolik is a film directed by mario bava with john phillip law, marisa mell, michel piccoli, adolfo celi, year. John phillip law, marisa mell, michel piccoli, terrythomas, adolfo celi. The suave, psychedelicera thief called diabolik cant get enough of lifes good or glittery things. Bava easily is one of the most diverse directors who ever lived and delivered horror classics, solid thrillers, oldfashioned westerns and. Diabolik on the dvd savant website diabolik, in all his piecing glances, hystrionic leaping, minimal dialogue, fetishistic costumes, and designer love parlours is very much like an irrational. I bought a used dvd from amazon and the quality is perfect.
I have to say that the story of a skilled thief played by john phillip law living out of. Diabolik is based on a fumetti italian comic book created by a pair of schoolteachers. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing danger. Diabolik is a cult masterpiece and part of the greatest achievements of the brilliant director mario bava or god, like i tend to call him. The film is about a criminal named diabolik john phillip law, who plans largescale heists for. Diabolik s soundtrack may not be remembered as fondly or with as much passion as the decades classic contributions, but it was the perfect companion for the mod culture. Diabolik 1968 mario bava, john phillip law, marisa mell, michel piccoli july 8, 2015 in psychedelic swinging 60s style, the dreaded thief and killer diabolik wreaks havoc on a generic european country for his own financial gain and amusement. Easily the best of the spate of 60s european comicstripsuperhero movies e. Not when there are currency shipments to steal from under the noses of snooty government officials and priceless jewels to lift from the boudoirs of the superrich. Out for all he can take, seduce, or get away with one of the great comic book movies of all time from director mario bava. The girl from rio 1969 yify download movie torrent yts.
Diabolik is also one of the best liveaction movies. Diabolik while prepping for his role in barbarella. The director,mario bava,is known more for his stylish horror masterpieces like mask of satan,black sabbath,and the girl who knew too muchhere he spoofs the bond movies and heist film such as rififi and spoof spy films like modesty blaisethe result doesnt make much. Diabolik with the perfect amount of humor, hitech gadgets, and espionagetinged action. Almost feels like a james bond movie from the villains perspective, or a 60s batman episode where batman turned on the corrupt city and transformed the batcave into his personal bank vault. Hunting down a streaming service to buy, rent, download, or watch the mario bavadirected movie via. Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in nonretail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. International man of mystery diabolik and his sensuous lover eva kant pull off heist. This movie is beyond fun and is pure escapist adventure with a fun antihero who has the kind of girlfriend that angels would fight over.
Diabolik is an exciting romp, showing us a version of the sixties that only existed in the movies and the score by ennio morricone is simply one of the best movies scores, its a shame that it never got released as an album. Diabolik from fumetti to film s is a documentary directed by kim aubry. Also sign me up for fanmail to get updates on all things movies. Diabolik 1968 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Diabolik on dvd 097360672749 from paramount pictures. This torrent app has the option to download torrents without browsing for them manually. The film is about a criminal named diabolik john phillip law, who plans largescale heists for his girlfriend eva kant marisa mell. In 2019 quentin tarantino used a track from the original soudtrack called the. Title danger diabolik year 1968 distributors paramount film service ltd classified dates 12061968 submitted run time 99m s bbfc reference aff032151. This was requested by chuck and is an unofficial soundtrack, but its the closest were going to get im afraid because the original tapes were said to have been destroyed in a fire. Staring adolfo celi, marisa mell, john phillip law and michel piccoli. Mario bava starring john phillip law, marisa mell, michel piccoli, adolfo celi, terrythomas the word cool just doesnt do justice to danger. Criminals and the police try to catch a hightech thief john phillip law out. Didya ever wonder how these guys pull off the largest underground construction projects in history and keep them a secret.
Bava achieves everything visually, in a pulp realm where dialogue is largely inconsequential. Mario bava john phillip law, marisa mell, michel piccoli, adolfo. With a quick carnal purr and a cackle thatll curdle the cream in your coffee, the titular character played by the late john phillip law of barbarella fame. Diabolik s greed is a metaphor of all our material greed and fantasies of selfindulgence for more on this, see the definitive article on danger. Diabolik full movie hd film international man of mystery diabolik and his sensuous lover eva kant pull off heist after heist, all while. Portraying diabolik is americanineurope john philip law who filmed danger. Criminals and the police try to catch a hightech thief john phillip law out to steal a 20ton gold ingot. Not being able able to download maximum files movies facing this problem since last it. What are the typical ingredients of those european cult movies. The team of writers, artists, producers, and musicians behind the film.
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