Thriller,Crime,Adventure
France,Italy,Spain
The Secret Killer is a 1965 film directed by Federico Chentrens and starring Paul Dahlke, Horst Frank and Kai Fischer. The movie is based on the true story of Peter Kurten, also known as the "Dusseldorf Vampire", a notorious serial killer and rapist who committed a string of brutal murders and assaults in the German city of Dusseldorf during the years 1929 to 1931.
The film follows Kurten (Horst Frank), a disturbed and mentally deranged man who is plagued by violent impulses and sadistic desires. He preys on women and children, brutally torturing and killing them with knives, axes and other instruments. His crimes shock and terrify the citizens of Dusseldorf, and the police are desperate to catch him before he strikes again.
At the same time, the film also explores the personal life of Kurten, showing his troubled relationship with his wife Lucy (Kai Fischer) and his obsessive fixation on his own sexuality. As the police close in on him, Kurten becomes increasingly erratic and violent, leading to a final showdown with the authorities that ends with his capture and eventual execution.
The Secret Killer is a chilling and suspenseful portrayal of one of the most infamous serial killers in history, and features standout performances from its lead actors, particularly Horst Frank as the disturbed and disturbing Peter Kurten. It is a must-watch for fans of true crime and psychological thrillers.
