Silvio Klein
Silvio Klein, an actor prominent in the late 1960s and early 1970s, is known for his roles in Danger: Diabolik (1968) and The Sweet Body of Deborah (1968). In Street Law (1974), he further solidified his place in the realm of exploitation cinema, bringing a unique flair to the gritty narratives of the era. Klein's performances in these films reflect the bold, boundary-pushing spirit of cult cinema, making him a notable figure in the genre's evolution.
Danger: Diabolik
In psychedelic swinging 60s style, the dreaded thief Diabolik wreaks havoc on a generic European country for his own financial gain and amusement. He shares an extravagant underground lair (and a giant bed of money) with his curvaceous, beautiful girlfriend...who uses her awesome powers to help Diabolik foil gangsters and steal billions from the government. As the anti-hero of the film, Diabolik must face off against bumbling cops and revenge-seeking mafiosi. ''In a generic European country of the late 60's, Diabolik is an anti-hero whose life consists on preparing schemes to steal government money and make a fool of the entire police department. Helped by his gorgeous girlfriend Eva, Diabolik begins by stealing a few dollars, but his duel of wit and audacity with police inspector Ginko will take them both to some extreme consequences. Based on the Italian comic books by sisters Angela and Luciana Giussani.'' Another great visual piece by the great Bava, this film is a faithful adaptation of the popular European comic about the anti-hero master criminal Diabolik. Almost overdosing on intense 60s color and style, the film moves through comic-style adventures with considerable European flair and well captures the atmosphere of the original material and the time.
