Despite various B - movie trappings (the killer in
a hooded rain slicker; an atmospheric slasher movie score), Odar and a strong ensemble cast (led by Sebastian Blomberg as the haunted lead detective) maintain a steady intensity and a strong focus on psychology rather than exploitation.
Completely unprepared for the early - afternoon downpour, I had no raincoat or umbrella, and Larry, wearing gobs of pancake makeup and a
hooded plastic
slicker, had a hovering, umbrella - wielding assistant pushing him forward while shielding him from the driving
rain.