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A Venetian villa harbors secrets as a child's imaginary friend stirs up a storm of eerie happenings.

A WHISPER IN THE DARK

1976 · 1h 40m · NR · Drama / Horror / Mystery · IMDB TMDB

Martino is a young child who claims to have an invisible friend called Luca. His parents assume it is just a game, but strange things start to happen.

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When your kid's imaginary friend starts causing real trouble, it's time to call more than just a nanny.

Programmer's Pick

If you think imaginary friends are harmless, this Venetian giallo will change your tune. Marcello Aliprandi crafts a moody, unsettling mystery where childhood fantasy bleeds into adult paranoia, set against the backdrop of a lavish Italian mansion and a family slowly unraveling.

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Quick Answer
What is A Whisper in the Dark about?

A Whisper in the Dark is a 1976 Italian drama, horror, and mystery film directed by Marcello Aliprandi about a young boy whose claim of having an invisible friend leads his family into a web of inexplicable and sinister events.

Details & Specs
Director
Marcello Aliprandi
Writers
Nicolò Rienzi, Maria Teresa Rienzi
Release
1976
Runtime
1h 40m
Country
Italy
Language
Italian
Also Known As
A Whisper in the Dark, Un murmure dans l'obscurité, Sapat u tami, Ein Schrei im Nebel, Un sussurro nel buio, Original title: Un sussurro nel buio

Synopsis

In a Venetian villa, a child claims to be dating a peer who doesn't actually exist. The family initially believes it to be a harmless childish fantasy, but some worrying phenomena, apparently inexplicable, will make them turn to a psychoanalyst who will die mysteriously, deepening the mystery.

Why Cult

Venetian Ghost Mystery

Set in an atmospheric Venetian villa, the film weaves supernatural elements and psychological suspense into its Italian setting.

Giallo Family Drama

Blending traditional giallo stylings with a focus on family relationships, the film offers a unique twist on Italian genre conventions.

Cast of International Faces

Features a striking cast including John Phillip Law, Nathalie Delon, and Joseph Cotten, bringing together European and American talent.

Childhood Imaginary Friend

The plot hinges on a child's invisible companion, blurring the lines between innocent fantasy and chilling reality.

Questions from the Vault

What is A Whisper in the Dark about? +

A Whisper in the Dark follows a young boy in Venice whose claim of having an invisible friend unleashes a series of mysterious and disturbing events in his family.

When was A Whisper in the Dark released? +

A Whisper in the Dark was released in 1976.

Who directed A Whisper in the Dark? +

A Whisper in the Dark was directed by Marcello Aliprandi.

How long is A Whisper in the Dark? +

A Whisper in the Dark has a runtime of 100 minutes.

What genre is A Whisper in the Dark? +

A Whisper in the Dark is a drama, horror, and mystery film.

Where can I watch A Whisper in the Dark? +

You can watch A Whisper in the Dark on SassyFlix.