Dead End (1999)
Release Year: 1999
Nation: Australia
Alternative Title: A Décima Vítima, Adiexodo, Mia selida prin to thanato, Nincs visszaút, Zsákutca
Director: Iren Koster
Writer: Iren Koster
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Salik Silverstein, David Teitelbaum
Companies: B & B Film Producers, Silvers/Koster Productions
Genre: Drama, Horror, Thriller
Budget: A$3,000,000 (estimated)
Keywords
Keywords: adopted son, australian giallo, brother brother relationship, copycat, elevator, ex cop, female frontal nudity, female nudity, female rear nudity, giallo, nude body double, police, police station, scene of the crime, serial murder, slasher, stalker, writer
Story
Ex-detective and best-selling true crime author Todd Wayne finds himself haunted by his past when a series of serial killings start occurring in Sydney, mimicking cases he had investigated ten years ago. The murders are particularly disturbing as they seem to be copycat crimes, with all evidence pointing towards Todd's involvement. Adding to his torment is the sudden onset of severe and mysterious headaches, and an unsettling discovery that he was adopted. As the body count rises, Todd must navigate a labyrinth of deceit and betrayal to clear his name while confronting his own dark secrets.
Summary
Dead End (1999), directed by Iren Koster, is a gripping Australian thriller that blends elements of horror, crime, and drama. The film follows Todd Wayne, an ex-detective turned successful author living in Sydney. When a string of brutal murders begins plaguing the city, reminiscent of unsolved cases from his past, Todd finds himself entangled in a web of suspicion. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers long-buried secrets about his own life and confronts terrifying truths about those closest to him. With its atmospheric cinematography, tense pacing, and complex protagonist, Dead End stands as a unique entry in the Australian film landscape, drawing inspiration from both classic giallo films and modern crime thrillers.
