Romolo Guerrieri, born in 1931, is an Italian director known for his contributions to the giallo and exploitation genres. He directed The Sweet Body of Deborah (1968), a film that exemplifies the erotic thrillers of its time, and Detective Belli (1969), which showcases his knack for blending mystery with sensuality. Guerrieri continued to explore these themes in Young, Violent, Dangerous (1976) and Covert Action (1978), where he also served as a writer, solidifying his role as a key figure in the evolution of cult cinema.
Detective Belli
The rude Commissioner Belli is entrusted with the investigation into the death of a record company, Mr Romanis. The man, shot dead in his apartment, not far from the center of Rome, was found a few hours after his death. The gunshots shattered the apartment window, but no one seems to have noticed anything. In a pinwheel of events, the commissioner comes into contact with a number of characters: from model Sandy to pop singer Emanuelle, from lawyer Fontana to his beautiful wife, Mrs. Vera. These characters revolve around the story, revealing uncomfortable details of Rome well. After the death of Mino (son of lawyer Fontana) and Sandy, Commissioner Belli will be faced with the truth, exposing the unsuspected assassin.
