Roberto Leoni, a prolific writer in the realm of cult cinema, contributed significantly to the genre with his work on My Dear Killer (1972), The Trap (1985), and Santa Sangre (1989). His narratives often blend elements of thriller and horror, showcasing a unique perspective that resonates within the exploitation film landscape. Leoni's screenplays are marked by their intricate plots and compelling characters, making him a key figure in the development of Italian genre cinema during the late 20th century.
My Dear Killer
Following a mysterious decapitation (via mechanical digger) of an insurance investigator, Police Inspector Peretti is put onto the case. Slowly more people are found dead… a man supposedly commits suicide, a women is strangled, another attacked in her flat… but all the clues lead to an unsolved case of kidnapping and murder. Can Peretti find the murderer, if his major clue is a little girls drawing?