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Strangler vs Strangler 1984

★ 6.845 votes93 min📅 1984-06-18

Belgrade in the early 80s becomes an unlikely battleground for a twisted game of cat and mouse in *Strangler vs Strangler (1984)*, directed by the visionary Slobodan Šijan.

Director: Slobodan Šijan

Cast

Taško Načić
Taško Načić
Pera Mitić
Srđan Šaper
Srđan Šaper
Spiridon Kopicl
Rahela Ferari
Rahela Ferari
Pera's mother
Nikola Simić
Nikola Simić
Inspector Ognjen Strahinjić
Sonja Savić
Sonja Savić
Sofija Mačkić
Branislav Zeremski
Branislav Zeremski
Rodoljub
Jelisaveta Sablić
Jelisaveta Sablić
Dobrila Škara
Radmila Savićević
Radmila Savićević
Mica Mojsilović, Witness
Živojin 'Žika' Milenković
Živojin 'Žika' Milenković
Inspector Gane
Milutin 'Mima' Karadžić
Milutin 'Mima' Karadžić
Inspector Petrović

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *Strangler vs Strangler* (1984) about?

Set against the gritty backdrop of 1980s Belgrade, the film follows a flower vendor who begins strangling women, sparking a citywide manhunt. A troubled rock star soon becomes entangled in the killer's psyche through telepathic visions, turning an ordinary crime spree into a psychological and supernatural confrontation.

Who directed *Strangler vs Strangler*?

The film was directed by Slobodan Šijan, a celebrated Yugoslav filmmaker known for his darkly comedic and surreal storytelling style.

Who stars in *Strangler vs Strangler*?

The cast features Taško Načić as the killer, Srđan Šaper as the telepathic rock star, along with Rahela Ferari, Nikola Simić, Sonja Savić, and Branislav Zeremski in key roles.

Is *Strangler vs Strangler* (1984) worth watching?

While it lacks a traditional IMDb rating, *Strangler vs Strangler* is a unique gem for fans of offbeat thrillers with a satirical edge. Its blend of horror, comedy, and supernatural elements creates an intriguing, if unsettling, viewing experience that lingers long after the credits roll.

How long is *Strangler vs Strangler*?

The film runs for 93 minutes.

About Strangler vs Strangler (1984) — A Yugoslav thriller where crime meets the occult

Belgrade in the early 80s becomes an unlikely battleground for a twisted game of cat and mouse in *Strangler vs Strangler (1984)*, directed by the visionary Slobodan Šijan.

The city's peaceful façade cracks when a seemingly ordinary flower vendor starts targeting women with a chilling disregard for life. His crimes spiral into city-wide panic until an unstable rock star, plugged into the killer's mind through eerie telepathy, emerges as an unexpected witness—and a potential pawn. Blending sharp social satire with supernatural undertones, Šijan crafts a surreal thriller where Belgrade's neon-lit streets mask a darker reality. The film's uneasy mix of horror and comedy, anchored by a haunting atmosphere, makes it a cult favorite for fans of offbeat, thought-provoking cinema.