Luciano Bonanni, an Italian actor, made his mark in the realm of cult cinema with a series of notable performances. He appears in Panic Button (1964), a film that encapsulates the raw energy of 1960s exploitation, and later in Execution Squad (1972), where he navigates the gritty landscape of vigilante justice. His role in They Called Him Bulldozer (1978) showcases his ability to blend action with a touch of dark humor, solidifying his place in the pantheon of grindhouse cinema. Bonanni's contributions resonate with fans of the genre, highlighting the eclectic spirit of SassyFlix's collection.
Execution Squad
Enrico Maria Salerno is brilliant as the police officer who tries to discover the big ones behind the vigilante group. Mario Adorf is convincing as ever – once more portraying a rather dubious district attorney. This Italian-German co-production is also remarkable for singer Jürgen Drews who plays one of the criminals that fall victim to the vigilantes. Director Steno (birth name: Stefano Vanzina) is best known as a director of comedy (e.g. films with Bud Spencer and Terence Hill), but this crime thriller is everything but a comedy. It tells the gripping story of an organized vigilante group that kills criminals who couldn’t be convicted by the police. All in all, “La Polizia Ringrazia” delivers impressive social comment and handles the topic with a complexity one rarely sees in a crime thriller. Highly recommended.
