Dressed to Kill (1980) — Screenplay
A psychiatrist's patient is slain by a mysterious blonde, and a prostitute who saw the killer becomes the next target.
- Written by
- Brian De Palma
- Genre
- Mystery, Thriller
- Length
- 105 pages
Brian De Palma's Dressed to Kill is a masterclass in suspense and visual storytelling, where every glance and shadow builds dread. The script's sharp dialogue and fragmented narrative structure—shifting between the victim, the witness, and the psychiatrist—offer a compelling study in perspective. It's a tight, stylish thriller that rewards close reading of its pacing and tonal control.
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