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Eine Tote soll ermordet werden 1972

99 min📅 1972-02-10

A retired Scotland Yard inspector named Keith Kendrick is offered a staggering 20,000 pounds to orchestrate the perfect murder in *Eine Tote soll ermordet werden (1972)*, a gripping West German crime thriller directed by Wilhelm Semmelroth.

Director: Wilhelm Semmelroth

Cast

Siegfried Lowitz
Siegfried Lowitz
Inspector Edward Keith-Kendrick
Harald Dietl
Harald Dietl
Inspector Olney
Ruth-Maria Kubitschek
Ruth-Maria Kubitschek
Lady Alice
Günter Mack
Günter Mack
Dr. Plummer
Katinka Hoffmann
Katinka Hoffmann
Mary Cole
Anaid Iplicjian
Anaid Iplicjian
Dolly Manticore
Ulrich Popp
Timothy Cole
Jutta Kammann
Ellen Derry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eine Tote soll ermordet werden (1972) about?

The film follows retired detective inspector Keith Kendrick, who is offered a fortune to commit the perfect murder. As he navigates this morally treacherous deal, his investigative instincts clash with his newfound role as a criminal mastermind.

Who directed Eine Tote soll ermordet werden?

Wilhelm Semmelroth directed this atmospheric crime thriller, bringing his signature style to a tale of deception and high-stakes strategy.

Who stars in Eine Tote soll ermordet werden (1972)?

The film features Siegfried Lowitz in the lead role, supported by Harald Dietl, Ruth-Maria Kubitschek, Günter Mack, and Katinka Hoffmann in key performances.

Is Eine Tote soll ermordet werden (1972) worth watching?

As a 1970s crime thriller, it offers a clever plot and strong character dynamics, though its pacing may feel deliberate by modern standards. Fans of classic detective stories will likely appreciate its intrigue.

How long is Eine Tote soll ermordet werden?

The film runs for 99 minutes, delivering a concise yet immersive viewing experience.

About Eine Tote soll ermordet werden (1972) — The Crime Thriller Where a Perfect Murder Twists Reality

A retired Scotland Yard inspector named Keith Kendrick is offered a staggering 20,000 pounds to orchestrate the perfect murder in *Eine Tote soll ermordet werden (1972)*, a gripping West German crime thriller directed by Wilhelm Semmelroth. What begins as an audacious proposition quickly spirals into a tense psychological chess match, where Kendrick's sharp wit and decades of experience are put to the test. The film crafts a darkly atmospheric tale of morality, ambition, and the fine line between justice and vengeance, wrapped in the slow-burning tension of a classic detective story.

Starring Siegfried Lowitz as the enigmatic Kendrick, alongside Harald Dietl and Ruth-Maria Kubitschek, the movie blends sharp character dynamics with a morally ambiguous plot that keeps viewers guessing until the final reveal. With its 1970s sensibilities and Semmelroth's direction, *Eine Tote soll ermordet werden* delivers a period crime drama that's as much about the characters as it is about the crime itself.