

The Element of Crime (1984)
- NR
- 10/01/1984 (US)
- Crime, Drama, Science Fiction
- 1h 44m
Overview
Fisher, an ex-detective, decides to take one final case when a mysterious serial killer claims the lives of several young girls. Fisher, unable to find the culprit, turns to Osbourne, a writer who was once respected for his contributions to the field of criminology. Fisher begins to use Osbourne's technique, which involves empathizing with serial killers; however, as the detective becomes increasingly engrossed in this method, things take a disturbing turn.
Lars von Trier
Director, ScreenplayNiels Vørsel
ScreenplayCast

Michael Elphick
Fisher
Esmond Knight
Osborne
Me Me Lai
Kim
Jerold Wells
Kramer
Ahmed El Shenawi
Therapist
Astrid Henning-Jensen
House KeeperJanos Hersko
Coroner