Angelica Ippolito, an Italian actress, made her mark in cult cinema with notable performances in The Lady of Monza (1969) and The Fiend (1977). In The Lady of Monza, she brings depth to her character amidst the film's exploration of gothic themes and historical intrigue. Her role in The Fiend further solidifies her presence in the exploitation genre, where she navigates the unsettling narrative with a compelling intensity. Ippolito's contributions to these films highlight her ability to inhabit complex roles within the realm of cult and grindhouse cinema.
The Fiend
Dorreli is a low rank journalist, with a desk next to the toilet at Tribuna Sera newspaper. His correspondence contains a serial killer’s letters, which he exploits. Circulation jumps. It takes him a while to realise the identity of the killer. While all this is happening, Johnnie neglects his red head son. Intriguing Italian mix of comedy and giallo. We are closer to the Volonte thrillers than Dario Argento here. Top rank technicians on form, though Morricone has done more distinctive work. Formidable central performance and direction which manages to mix bad taste comedy, murder mystery and comment on contemporary press ethics, parenting and publicity.
