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Umberto Lenzi
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Umberto Lenzi

1931 – 2017 · Massa Marittima, Grosseto, Italy · Active 1958–2026

Umberto Lenzi, born in 1931, was a pivotal figure in Italian cinema, particularly known for his contributions to giallo and erotic thrillers. Directing films like Orgasmo (1969) and A Quiet Place to Kill (1970), Lenzi infused his narratives with a blend of suspense and sensuality, establishing a distinctive voice in the genre. His work on SuperSeven Calling Cairo (1965) showcases his versatility as both a writer and director, while So Sweet... So Perverse (1969) further cements his status as a master of the cult film aesthetic.

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Syndicate Sadists

Syndicate Sadists

1975 ★ 5.9
Director

A biker's brother is killed while investigating the kidnapping of a young boy, the byproduct of a war between two crime families. The biker vows to get revenge by finding the kidnapped boy and destroying the two families.

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Filmography

162 credits
2020s 2 credits
2024
Movie ★ 10.0
2000s 3 credits
2005
Movie
2003
Movie ★ 6.0
1990s 1 credit
1990
Cop Target as Card Player in Casino
Movie ★ 5.0
1980s 1 credit
1980
Nightmare City as Reporter (uncredited)
Movie ★ 5.7
1950s 1 credit
1958
Movie ★ 6.3
Crew Credits
1990s 8 credits
1992
Mean Tricks Director
Movie ★ 3.8
1991
Movie ★ 4.1
1991
Movie ★ 7.7
1991
Movie ★ 5.0
1991
Movie ★ 5.0
1991
Movie ★ 4.1
1991
Black Demons Camera Operator
Movie ★ 4.1
1990
Cop Target Director
Movie ★ 5.0
1980s 36 credits
1989
Movie ★ 4.5
1989
Movie ★ 4.7
1989
Movie ★ 6.9
1989
Movie ★ 6.9
1989
Movie ★ 6.9
1989
Movie ★ 5.9
1989
Movie ★ 5.9
1989
Movie ★ 4.5
1989
Movie ★ 5.5
1989
Movie ★ 5.5
1989
Movie ★ 5.5
1989
Nightmare Beach Technical Advisor
Movie ★ 5.5
1989
Movie ★ 4.7
1989
Movie ★ 4.7
1988
Movie ★ 5.1
1988
Movie ★ 5.1
1988
Movie ★ 5.3
1988
Striker Writer
Movie ★ 4.9
1987
Wartime Director
Movie ★ 10.0
1987
Wartime Screenplay
Movie ★ 10.0
1987
Wartime Screenstory
Movie ★ 10.0
1986
Movie ★ 5.6
1986
Bridge to Hell Screenplay
Movie ★ 5.6
1986
Bridge to Hell Screenstory
Movie ★ 5.6
1985
Wild Team Director
Movie ★ 7.3
1983
Ironmaster Director
Movie ★ 5.0
1982
Movie ★ 3.4
1982
Movie ★ 3.4
1982
Movie ★ 6.0
1981
Movie ★ 5.4
1981
Movie ★ 5.4
1981
Movie ★ 5.4
1980
Movie ★ 5.2
1980
Movie ★ 5.2
1980
Movie ★ 5.2
1980
Movie ★ 5.7
1970s 44 credits
1979
Movie ★ 6.4
1979
Movie ★ 6.3
1979
Movie ★ 4.7
1979
Movie ★ 4.7
1979
Movie ★ 4.7
1979
Movie ★ 6.4
1979
Movie ★ 6.3
1979
Movie ★ 6.3
1978
Movie ★ 4.7
1978
Movie ★ 4.7
1978
Movie ★ 4.7
1977
Movie ★ 6.9
1977
Movie ★ 6.6
1977
Movie ★ 6.6
1977
Movie ★ 6.9
1977
Movie ★ 6.9
1976
Movie ★ 6.6
1976
Movie ★ 6.8
1976
Movie ★ 6.8
1976
Movie ★ 6.4
1976
Death Rage Producer
Movie ★ 5.4
1976
Movie ★ 6.6
1975
Eyeball Director
Movie ★ 5.7
1975
Movie ★ 6.0
1975
Movie ★ 5.8
1975
Movie ★ 5.8
1975
Movie ★ 5.8
1975
Eyeball Screenplay
Movie ★ 5.7
1975
Movie ★ 5.7
1975
Movie ★ 6.3
1974
Movie ★ 7.0
1974
Spasmo Director
Movie ★ 6.1
1974
Spasmo Screenplay
Movie ★ 6.1
1973
Movie ★ 6.7
1973
Movie ★ 6.7
1972
Movie ★ 6.1
1972
Movie ★ 6.1
1972
Movie ★ 5.6
1972
Movie ★ 6.2
1972
Movie ★ 6.2
1972
Movie ★ 6.2
1971
Movie ★ 5.6
1971
Movie ★ 5.6
1970
Movie ★ 6.5
1960s 50 credits
1969
Paranoia Director
Movie ★ 5.9
1969
Movie ★ 5.9
1969
Movie ★ 5.6
1969
Movie ★ 5.9
1969
Movie ★ 6.4
1968
Movie ★ 6.9
1968
Movie ★ 5.8
1968
Movie ★ 5.8
1968
Movie ★ 6.0
1967
Movie ★ 5.7
1967
Movie ★ 5.7
1967
Movie ★ 5.7
1966
Kriminal Director
Movie ★ 5.0
1966
Movie ★ 5.1
1966
Movie ★ 5.1
1966
Movie ★ 5.1
1966
Movie ★ 4.5
1966
Movie ★ 4.5
1966
Kriminal Screenplay
Movie ★ 5.0
1965
Movie ★ 6.3
1965
Movie ★ 5.6
1965
Movie ★ 5.0
1965
Movie ★ 5.6
1965
Movie ★ 5.0
1965
Movie ★ 5.0
1964
Movie ★ 7.3
1964
Movie ★ 7.3
1964
Movie ★ 5.4
1964
Movie ★ 6.2
1964
Movie ★ 7.0
1964
Movie ★ 7.3
1964
Movie ★ 7.0
1963
Movie ★ 5.4
1963
Movie ★ 5.4
1963
Movie ★ 6.8
1963
Movie ★ 5.6
1963
Movie ★ 5.3
1963
Movie ★ 5.3
1963
Movie ★ 6.8
1963
Movie ★ 6.8
1963
Movie ★ 5.6
1963
Movie ★ 5.6
1963
Movie ★ 10.0
1963
Movie ★ 10.0
1962
Movie ★ 6.3
1962
Movie ★ 6.2
1961
Movie ★ 4.5
1961
I Kiss... You Kiss First Assistant Director
Movie ★ 4.8
1961
Guns of the Black Witch First Assistant Director
Movie ★ 7.0
1961
Constantine and the Cross First Assistant Director
Movie ★ 5.3
1950s 6 credits
1959
Movie
1959
Movie
1959
Movie
1958
Movie ★ 6.3
1958
Movie ★ 6.3
1958
Movie ★ 6.3