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The Salamander

NR1h 43m1981Peter Zinner
IMDb: 5.5/10
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"The world's most expensive calling card. It will cost you your life."

An Italian policeman investigates a series of murders involving people in prominent positions. Left behind at each murder scene is a drawing of a salamander. The policeman begins to suspect these murders are linked to a plot to seize control of the government.

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What is The Salamander (1981) about?

An Italian policeman investigates a series of murders involving people in prominent positions. Left behind at each murder scene is a drawing of a salamander. The policeman begins to suspect these murders are linked to a plot to seize control of the government.

Who stars in The Salamander?

The Salamander stars Franco Nero (Carabinieri Colonel Dante Matucci), Anthony Quinn (Bruno Manzini), Martin Balsam (Captain Steffanelli), Claudia Cardinale (Elena Leporello), Sybil Danning (Lili Anders). The film was directed by Peter Zinner.

How long is The Salamander?

The Salamander has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1981. It is rated NR.

Is The Salamander worth watching?

The Salamander holds an IMDb rating of 5.5/10. Fans of Thriller, Mystery are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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