The Element of Crime
Originally released in 1984. The Element of Crime is a crime/drama film. directed by Lars von Trier.
Starring Michael Elphick, Esmond Knight, and Me Me Lai
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 14, 1984
41 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (218 votes)
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
Production Companies
- Det Danske Filminstitut
- Per Holst Filmproduktion
- Asta Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Element of Crime about?
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 ...
Who directed The Element of Crime?
The Element of Crime was directed by Lars von Trier.
How long is The Element of Crime?
The Element of Crime has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was The Element of Crime released?
The Element of Crime was released on May 14, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Element of Crime?
The main cast of The Element of Crime includes Michael Elphick, Esmond Knight, Me Me Lai, Jerold Wells, Ahmed El Shenawi.
Is The Element of Crime worth watching?
The Element of Crime has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 218 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.