Fabijan Šovagović, a notable figure in Yugoslav cinema, made his mark in the 1970s with his compelling performances. In Short Night of Glass Dolls (1971), he delivers a haunting portrayal that captures the essence of giallo, while in The Rat Savior (1976), he further explores the depths of human emotion in a gripping narrative. Šovagović's work in these films reflects the unique blend of horror and psychological intrigue that defines cult cinema, solidifying his role in the genre's rich tapestry.
Short Night of Glass Dolls
The corpse of reporter Gregory Moore (Jean Sorel of LIZARD IN A WOMAN’S SKIN) is found in a Prague plaza and brought to the local morgue. But Moore is actually alive, trapped inside his dead body and desperately recalling how the mysterious disappearance of his beautiful girlfriend (Barbara Bach of THE SPY WHO LOVED ME) led to a terrifying conspiracy of depravity. Can a reporter with no visible signs of life solve this perverse puzzle before he meets his ultimate deadline? Ingrid Thulin (THE DAMNED, SALON KITTY) co-stars in this unusual and startling giallo (also known as PARALYZED and MALASTRANA) that marked the debut of writer/director Aldo Lado (WHO SAW HER DIE?) and features a superb score by the legendary Ennio Morricone.
