Best Thriller Films of 2001
Quicksand
British filmmaker John MacKenzie ... his bank received a profit. Martin and Lela team up against the gangsters. Quicksand was released straight-to-video in Europe. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
From Hell
The true-life horror story ... known for their gritty depictions of America's urban underground in such films as Menace II Society and Dead Presidents. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Training Day
The Fast and the ... elaborate scheme. Training Day co-stars Tom Berenger, Scott Glenn, and recording artists Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, and Macy Gray. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Swordfish
Director Dominic Sena follows ... man who once arrested Stanley, is trying to expose Gabriel's operation. Swordfish also stars Sam Shepard and Zach Grenier. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Vanilla Sky
A remake of the ... crafted his own supernatural hit the same year with The Others (2001), starring Nicole Kidman, the soon-to-be-ex-wife of Cruise. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Spy Game
Brad Pitt is reunited ... from a Communist jail. Spy Game (2001) co-stars Catherine McCormack as a human rights activist and Bishop's love interest. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Fourth Angel
An ordinary man remakes ... release was canceled in the wake of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on New York and Washington, D.C. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Hannibal
Based on the controversial ... grisly fashion. The novel by Thomas Harris was adapted for director Ridley Scott by David Mamet and Steven Zaillian. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Last Castle
Robert Redford stars in ... Penn, and Delroy Lindo co-star in this Dreamworks production, the third feature film from one-time film critic Rod Lurie. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Megiddo: The Omega Code 2
In this combination sequel ... battle of good versus evil. Megiddo: Omega Code 2 also features Franco Nero, R. Lee Ermey, and Gil Colon. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Kiss of the Dragon
This action thriller co-written ... that a trusted French peer (longtime Besson featured player Tcheky Karyo) is actually the double-crossing criminal mastermind he's seeking. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Frozen in Fear
Frozen in Fear stars ... the truth about the missing people, but may become the next subject of Sean's more personal, and deadly, work. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Jurassic Park III
Director Joe Johnston takes ... III is the first in the series not to be based upon a novel by original author Michael Crichton. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
15 Minutes
An action drama centering ... that threatens to jeopardize their safety. Kim Cattrall, Avery Brooks, and Vera Farmiga are also featured in the cast. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Say Nothing
A woman discovers a ... a new job, but Claire's hope turns to shock and suspicion when she meets Ed's new boss -- Julian. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Control
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Rough Air
Disgraced airline pilot Hogan ... blows off, rendering the pilot unconscious and Hogan has to pilot the uncontrollable plane to safety through a thunderstorm. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Dead Heat
Retired Boston policeman Pally ... to the Big Race, and it seems no matter where the horse finishes, Pally's going to be a loser. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The House Next Door
Young marrieds Lori (A.J. ... this isn't the best idea, since it involves sneaking into gun-nut Carl's house in the middle of the night. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Wandering Soul Murders
The Canadian TV movie ... Wandering Soul Murder was seen in the United States courtesy of the Lifetime cable channel on January 7, 2002. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Glass House
This teen psychological thriller ... The Glass House was written by Wesley Strick, screenwriter of Cape Fear (1991), Wolf (1994), and The Saint (1997). [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Tempted
The sophomore American film ... to kill her, but Jimmy has fallen in love with her. Tempted was screened at the Deauville Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Dark Portals: The Chronicles of Vidocq
Vidocq (1775-1857) was a ... special effects artists greater latitude to manipulate the images, Vidocq also features Ines Sastre, Andre Dussollier, and Edith Scob. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Hearts in Atlantis
One of the short ... Atlantis co-stars David Morse, who appeared in the previous King adaptation The Green Mile (1999), as the adult Bobby. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Guardian
When the movie opens, ... Kross' partner's body (James Remar), just as Kross discovers the whereabouts of the boy who is "the chosen one." [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Sand
Tyler Briggs (Michael Vartan) ... Jack and his friends, and soon it's the townies against the career criminals, who happen to be better armed. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
When Strangers Appear
A woman is placed ... Radha Mitchell, and Josh Lucas; though set in the United States, the film was actually shot in New Zealand. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Along Came a Spider
Morgan Freeman returns as ... for the ruthless Soneji. Along Came a Spider also features Penelope Ann Miller, Jay O. Sanders, and Kim Hawthorne. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
AntiTrust
Just how far should ... top. Antitrust earned rising star Ryan Phillippe his first million-dollar paycheck after well-regarded roles in 54 and Cruel Intentions. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Don't Say a Word
This psychological thriller from ... and Guy Torry and is directed by Gary Fleder, who follows up his suspense smash Kiss the Girls (1997). [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Unsaid
Tom McLoughlin directs the ... Michael discovers the boy's horrible past involving his father, Joseph (Sam Bottoms), who is in prison for murder . [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Domestic Disturbance
John Travolta stars in ... Rosenberg, was stabbed and seriously injured in an after-hours bar brawl with locals near the film's North Carolina set. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Time Lapse
A spy discovers information ... who used it. Time Lapse also features musician and author Henry Rollins as one of Pierce's fellow agents. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Rain
Love, death, and troubling ... Lindberg's debut feature was one of two films called Rain which was screened at the 2002 Sundance Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Scenes of the Crime
A small-time crook who ... heard in a seedy bar, Scenes of the Crime was shown in competition at the 2002 Tribeca Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Killer Buzz
While covering a story ... helicopter-borne army are intent on wiping out the Shadow People tribe of Indians to keep the bees for himself. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Caveman's Valentine
A man struggles back ... major-studio debut for director Kasi Lemmons, who made an impressive debut in 1997 with the independent drama Eve's Bayou. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Finder's Fee
A first feature from ... Forster co-stars as a street cop thrown into the proceedings, and Carly Pope appears as Tepper's longtime girlfriend Carla. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Kill Shot
The lives of college ... can be done to draw attention to the event... Perhaps having an assassin in the bleachers will do it. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Point Men
In this espionage thriller, ... a stop to peace negotiations between their two nations. The Point Men also features Kerry Fox and Vincent Regan. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Dark Asylum
In this high-tension thriller, ... a floor-sweeper who may actually be a fellow inmate. Dark Asylum stars Judd Nelson, Paulina Porizkova, and Larry Drake. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Dead Awake
In this noir-flavored thriller, ... a good night's sleep becomes the least of his worries. Dead Awake also features Michael Ironside and Macha Grenon. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Second to Die
Second to Die stars ... further homicides may be necessary in order to keep the truth about her husband's death from becoming public knowledge. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
24: Season 01
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Quicksand
When a military psychiatrist ... a matter of time before he too is drawn in to a conspiracy and forced to struggle for survival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Sunstorm
Rafi Eisenman's thriller Sunstorm ... to get their revenge, but they learn that their father's life was much more complicated than they ever knew. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Asylum Days
Director Thomas Elliott made ... the next level, abducting Laurie and thrusting her back into a life of abuse she thought she'd left behind. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Angels Don't Sleep Here
A man returns to ... determined to find out what happened to Jessie. Angels Don't Sleep Here also features Kelly Rutherford and Kari Wuhrer. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Soul Survivors
This entry in the ... (Luke Wilson), but the ultimate truth about her condition and state of mind may come as a shocking revelation. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Picture Claire
Canadian cult director Bruce ... for her life into the heart of the city. This film was screened at the 2001 Toronto Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Devil's Backbone
Guillermo del Toro, who ... hears strange stories about a child named Santi who went missing the day the bomb appeared near the orphanage. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Hole
A fun-filled getaway for ... let them out. The Hole also stars Embeth Davidtz as a psychiatrist who consults with Liz after her ordeal. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Perfect Nanny
Upon her release from ... for these and other killings -- but Fawn had better hurry, because the slayings are getting closer to home. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Double Bang
In this thriller, Brennan ... one, with Adam Baldwin (no relation to William Baldwin) in the supporting cast alongside Elizabeth Mitchell and John Seda. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Zebra Lounge
A couple learns the ... good to their marriage. But easing the Bauers out of their lives proves to be neither simple nor safe. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Seduced
Detective Black (Sam Elliott) ... relationship among the three grew evermore bizarre -- and things are not what they seem. But where is Sarah? [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Sexual Predator
A woman walks a ... as bait for Gale, and she is soon drawn into an alluring but sinister world of dark, deviant pleasures. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Federal Protection
"Chop Chop" Frankie Carbone ... to earn the million-dollar bounty the mob has put on his head by turning him in to the mob. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Criminal Desire
A private eye gets ... organization. However, Denham and Chisum soon find that Bunche's secrets are deeper and more sinister than they ever imagined. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Joy Ride
After forays into film ... gets his revenge in gruesome fashion. Joy Ride, which co-stars Matthew Kimbrough, was produced under the working title "Squelch." [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Sleepless
Director Dario Argento, best ... original musical score by the rock band Goblin, who also wrote music for a number of Argento's best-known films. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Blind Terror
Nastassja Kinski stars in ... has to find her psychotic "admirer" before it's too late. Blind Terror also features Gordon Pinsent and Maxim Roy. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Hell's Gate
A beautiful-but-loony tunes insane ... (Patrick Muldoon) when the doctor leaves for a quiet seaside vacation with his wife (Amy Locane) and young daughter. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
'R Xmas
Cult favorite Abel Ferrara ... New York and The New Rose Hotel), Ferrara invited pioneering gangster rapper Schooly-D to contribute to the film's score. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Intacto
Some people are born ... good and begins exploring their bizarre secret world. Intacto received its American premiere at the 2002 Sundance Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Wrong Number
In the opening sequence, ... tells her side of the story. Not until the very end does Josh know why his killer slayed him. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Fraternity
One of the most ... and it's up to Alex to find out the truth about his brethren. The Fraternity also features Treat Williams. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Soul Assassin
Soul Assassin is an ... company on the investigation. This makes Karl's son Junior (Antonie Kamerling) jealous. Kristy Swanson plays the mysterious mobster Tessa. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Deadly Little Secrets
Fiona MacKenzie's revenge thriller ... beautiful sisters brings him closer to the truth, Cole must decide how far he wants to take his revenge. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Theory of the Leisure Class
When a group of ... becomes a web of deception, confusion, and mistrust. Will the community survive the revelation of who killed these children? [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Code Conspiracy
Premiering at the 2000 ... in large part because an Israeli programmer helped them devise the technology. Maria Conchita Alonso and David Warner co-star. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Bare Witness
Bare Witness is an ... of protecting her at all costs. Things become problematic when the two of them begin a steamy sexual relationship. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Ignition
The political thriller B-movie ... the President. Colm Feore plays the corrupt bad guy, General Joel MacAteer, and Peter Kent plays his henchman Brunson. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Barber
When the perfect murder ... investigate the murder, Dexter once again feels the thrill of the kill -- and he's starting to like it. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Contract
A woman blowing off ... murder her and close the circle. The Contract also features Jeff Fahey, Louise Fletcher, Andrew Keegan, and Amy Weber. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Valentine
The novel of the ... could hit very close to home. Valentine is the second slasher flick from Urban Legend (1998) director Jamie Blanks. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Nowhere in Sight
A woman must battle ... and stave off the intruders. Nowhere In Sight also stars Andrew McCarthy, Christopher Heyerdahl, Mark Camacho, and Richard Jutras. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Transfixed
A cross-dressing man allows ... love with Johnny (Stephane Metzger), a sullen and street-smart hustler who helps rent-boys find profitable assignations with older women. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Spider's Web
Paul Levine directs the ... a scheme to steal his father's money, leading to many softcore sex scenes and betrayal for all parties involved. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Afterimage
A man tries to ... the first screen role for musician John Mellencamp since the 1990 feature Falling From Grace, which he also directed. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Mood Swingers
A group of wealthy ... director and screenwriter William Marsh openly feuded with producer Richard Holmes after Holmes re-edited the picture against Marsh's wishes. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Harold Robbins' Body Parts
A man bent on ... lies in wait for him, and together they develop a scheme to take down J.J. once and for all. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Revolution #9
There's an old joke ... was written and directed by Tim McCann, and premiered (in rough-cut form) at the 2001 Los Angeles Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Cruel and Unusual
Georges Mihalka directs this ... the trust they have developed in Turrell to stay alive.Cruel and Unusual is also known by the title Watchtower. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Lawless: Beyond Justice
In this made-for-TV thriller, ... Smith and Dotchin reprising their roles from the earlier film, as does Geoff Dolan as Det. Sgt. Dave Bruford. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Lady Jayne: Killer
Beautiful, sultry Jayne Ferre ... Emily is eventually picked up by a friendly stranger (James Remar), who happens to be in cahoots with Jayne. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Read My Lips
A woman looking for ... nightclub owner to whom he owes money -- a scheme that involves Carla's keen skill as a lip reader. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Bill's Gun Shop
A young gun enthusiast ... to find out how quickly a dream can transform into a nightmare when a little lead come into play [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Mapmaker
In director Johnny Gogan's ... comes to the rather startling conclusion that his completed map may very well solve the mystery surrounding Nolan's death. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Invitation
Six people are invited ... They've been poisoned -- and if they admit to the errors of their ways he'll give them the antidote. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Series 7: The Contenders
The "reality TV" craze ... previously employed pop culture and America's obsession with violence as themes in his screenplay for I Shot Andy Warhol. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Les Jolies Choses
Gilles Paquet-Brenner's psychologically-tinged, French-language ... for her sister, unannounced - little realizing the dangerous and even violent string of consequences that she is igniting. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Kept
Sleeping with your boss's ... co-star as a pair of police detectives assigned to investigate the murder. P.J. Soles also appears in a cameo. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Inhumanity
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The Undesirable
The shock of seeing ... several others who are unfortunate enough to resemble Gilda in his unceasing efforts to find her -- his daughter. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Inugami
Masato Harada, who directed ... connection to the burg goes beyond normal, material bonds. This film was screened at the 2001 Berlin Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Regina Pierce Affair
In this steamy drama ... they discover they're attracted to one another. The Regina Pierce Affair stars Holly Sampson, C.C. Costigan, and Amber Newman. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Kaaterskill Falls
An act of benevolence ... improvised by the actors (Hilary Howard, Mitchell Riggs, and Anthony Leslie), while guitarist Steve Tibbets contributed the musical score. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Das Experiment
A man taking part ... about Dora (Maren Eggert), a woman with whom he had a brief fling before taking part in the experiment. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Libera Me
A firefighter starts playing ... Me proved to be a popular breakthrough for director Yang Yun-ho, who is better known for more serious fare. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Snakeskin
A pair of sheltered ... on a motorcycle in hot pursuit, this is one road trip that Alice and Craig may never return from. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
No Turning Back
After fate conspires to ... much publicity as possible. Leading man Jesus Nebot also wrote and directed the film in collaboration with Julia Montejo. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Cold Blood
One moment of rage ... looking for Andrea. Writer and director Brian Avenet-Bradley also appears in a small role as Bud, an inquisitive neighbor. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Sinful Temptations
In this steamy erotic ... to believe she may be next in line. Sinful Temptations stars Mia, Marie West, Tom Fry, and Richard Moses. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Dead In the Water
Young, rich, and randy ... There's tragedy, betrayal, and more tragedy as the faulty value systems of the wealthy brats spin out of control. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Acceptable Risk
William A. Graham directs ... McCormack, and Danielle von Zerneck round out the cast of this film that premiered October 21, 2001, on WTBS. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Reluctant Hitman
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Malicious Intent
A man that once ... of Civility to its very core, and that's a prospect to which some influential locals don't take too kindly. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Blue Spring
Following up on his ... face each other down in a final violent confrontation. This film was screened at the 2001 Toronto Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Blind Target
A man's got to ... has some idea of what he's doing. And Sheppard being naked for much of the film doesn't hurt either. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Guardian of the Frontier
Billed as a female ... for the trip. Guardian of the Frontier was screened at the 2002 Philadelphia International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
The Hostage Negotiator
Gail O'Grady stars as ... the process. Made for cable The Hostage Negotiator was first presented by the USA network on May 22, 2001. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Conversation with an Alien
In this sci-fi thriller, ... overthrow the crazed archeologist by summoning help from outer space. Also starring Earl E. Bates III and Stacie Lamb. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Tail Sting
Tail Sting is a ... his brother are trying to smuggle themselves across the border. Inevitably, someone lets out the scorpions and mayhem ensues. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Cruel Game
Filmmaker Masashi Nagadoi wrote ... several double-crosses. Also starring Adam Baratta, Cruel Game is also known as She Said I Love You and Deception. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Jane Doe
Kevin Elders directs the ... computer skills. Jane Doe should not be confused with the Calista Flockhart movie from 1999 with the same title. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
.com for Murder
Written and directed by ... efforts. Guest stars include rockers Huey Lewis and Roger Daltrey, who play an FBI agent and Sondra's boyfriend, respectively. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Unsavory Characters
Film historian and Class ... and the writer uses the adventure to fuel his manuscript. Starring Eric A. Leffler, Jacqueline Bowman, and Anthony Peraticos. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Crime Partners
Hip hop stars Ice ... was based on a novel by Al C. Clark, a pen name for the controversial African-American author Donald Goines. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Mary Higgins Clark's Loves Music, Loves to Dance
Mario Azzopardi's adaptation of ... responded to an advertisement in the personals; an ad that contained the phrase that gives the film its title. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Get Down
Ad-exec Murray Roberts (David ... as he had intended, and an all-night standoff quickly ensues. Get Down premiered at the 2002 Toronto Film Festival. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Instinct to Kill
An abused wife strikes ... busting skulls. Now hot on his wife's trail, Tess must prepare herself for the inevitable confrontation that lies ahead. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Chalkline
A down on his ... must think before every move in order to get Macoy back and avoid the wrath of the volatile kidnappers. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Maniacts
A pair of escaped ... being, their cover is soon blown when it proves impossible for Joe and Beth to mend their murderous ways. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Air Panic
Bob Misiorowski's thriller Air ... of innocent victims unless a federal agent with the capacity to match wits with him can thwart the plan. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Hatred of a Minute
Cult movie star Bruce ... on a killing spree that seems to have no end in sight. Tracee Newberry and Tim Lovelace also star. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Purpose
An Internet entrepreneur looking ... dot-com king may finally make amends for the pain his greed has caused to those he cared for most. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Death Game
A young man's future ... and may be the only person who can save him. Death Game also stars Richard Lynch and Maureen Lavette. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Heart of Stone
Supermodel-turned-actress Angie Everhart stars ... but wonder who it is exactly that she's gotten herself involved with. Gregor Toerzs and Tracy Ovist also star. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Island Prey
A single night of ... unhinged madman who wants more than just a one-nighter and is willing to stop at nothing to get it. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Plaza Vacante
A hallucinogenic game of ... successful future, and Lucia's presence at Martín and Associates has seemingly awoken something diabolical in her newly passionate co-workers. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Ancient Warriors
A hunt for biochemical ... soon awakens the angry souls of ancient warriors who aren't too pleased to be woken from their centuries-long slumber. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Eyes of Fire
Four recent high school ... the truth is bound to surface as the tension rises in the cramped quarters of the forest ranger's station. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Noir [Anime Series]
Mireille Bouquet is a ... no flashy imagery or gore. Noir is highly acclaimed for its soundtrack, which features electronica, opera, and French music. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Radyo
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Sa Piling Ng Aswang
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Spirit Warriors
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Take Me
Airing originally on British ... a local mystery, something that along with the stress of the marriage takes its toll on both of them. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
This Is Law
When a series of ... each murder have been uploaded to the internet with the added promise that more killings are on the way. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
Vortex
A man sentenced to ... must discover the true secret of the Vortex and stand his ground against a system designed purely to punish. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
There Is a Secret in My Soup
The Hong Kong potboiler ... in sadistic and disgusting ways. This film reportedly culled inspiration from the real-life Hong Kong slaying of Fan Mei-Yee. [ best thriller films - 2001 ]
