The New York Ripper

The New York Ripper (1982) is one of the most controversial entries in the Italian giallo tradition. Infamous for its graphic violence, bleak atmosphere and unforgettable killer, the film has often been dismissed as pure exploitation. Yet it also rewards a more nuanced reading.

Beneath the shock value lies a carefully constructed film in which Lucio Fulci blends grotesque visual artistry with a gritty, almost documentary portrayal of a dark and disillusioned New York. The cinematography, editing and score combine to create an unsettling intensity, placing the film at the crossroads of provocative genre cinema and auteur-driven filmmaking.

This screening is aimed at audiences interested in cult cinema, horror history and films that challenge both taste and conventions. The New York Ripper remains a demanding but influential work that continues to provoke debate and fascination.