Vittorio Pinelli, an Italian actor, made notable contributions to the world of cult cinema in the early 1970s. He appears in The Designated Victim (1971), where he embodies the tension of a murder mystery, and in Death Walks at Midnight (1972), showcasing his ability to navigate the complexities of giallo film narratives. His role in Anna: the Pleasure, the Torment (1973) further solidified his place in erotic thrillers, while Almost Human (1974) highlights his versatility within the exploitation genre. Pinelli's performances reflect the gritty aesthetic and bold storytelling that define this era of Italian film.
The Designated Victim
Stefano Augenti, an ambitious advertising executive, meets a curious hippie named Count Mateo Tiepolo and they form a strange bond. Seeking an escape from his unhappy marriage, Augenti is lured by the Count into a bizarre plot to kill each other's relatives.