An engineer from Genoa fights back against his attackers in this Italian vigilante action-thriller.
STREET LAW
He's Back Blasting Death And Destruction.
In this Death Wish-inspired thriller, an average Joe is hell-bent on carrying out his own brand of justice after he is brutally beaten up by thugs!
Franco Nero proves that even engineers can be out for vengeance—Italian cinema never disappoints.
Enzo G. Castellari delivers a gritty slice of Italian justice, with Franco Nero swapping blueprints for bullets as a mugging victim who refuses to stay powerless. The city of Genoa gets a crash course in street-level retribution, with a little help from a young criminal sidekick. This is revenge cinema, Italian style—no apologies, just attitude.
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Street Law is a 1974 Italian action-thriller film directed by Enzo G. Castellari about an engineer from Genoa who, after being mugged, takes justice into his own hands with the unexpected help of a young robber.
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Why Cult
Death Wish might be American, but Street Law gives the genre a distinctly Italian flavor, with Franco Nero leading the charge.
Franco Nero brings both grit and vulnerability to the role of Carlo Antonelli, turning a beaten-down engineer into a relentless force.
Set in Genoa, the film uses its urban backdrop to heighten the tension and ground its street-level justice.
Known for his knack for hard-hitting action, Castellari puts his stamp on the vigilante genre with style and energy.
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What is Street Law about? +
Street Law follows an engineer from Genoa who, after being mugged, takes justice into his own hands, eventually teaming up with a young robber.
When was Street Law released? +
Street Law was released in 1974.
Who directed Street Law? +
Enzo G. Castellari directed Street Law.
How long is Street Law? +
Street Law has a runtime of 105 minutes.
What genre is Street Law? +
Street Law is an action-thriller.
Where can I watch Street Law? +
Street Law is available to stream on SassyFlix.