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The Night Porter (1974)
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The Night Porter (1974)

Il portiere di notte

War, Drama, Romance • 1h 58m

Overview

A concentration camp survivor discovers her former torturer and lover working as a porter at a hotel in postwar Vienna. When the couple attempt to re-create their sadomasochistic relationship, his former SS comrades begin to stalk them.

Director: Liliana Cavani

Best English-Friendly Release

Wicked Vision Germany 4K Blu-ray

Best Video Release

Wicked Vision Germany 4K Blu-ray

Format

UHD Blu-ray

UHD Tiers

Solid
The Night Porter:

German import, caveat: solid UHD, but this BD is better

Criterion Forum

Review

Picture: 8, Audio: 6, Extras: 5

Length

118 mins

Type

Movie

Last Updated

a year ago

Contributors

Best English-Friendly Release

Wicked Vision Germany 4K Blu-ray

Best Video Release

Wicked Vision Germany 4K Blu-ray

Format
UHD Blu-ray
UHD Tiers
Solid
The Night Porter:

German import, caveat: solid UHD, but this BD is better

Criterion Forum
Review

Picture: 8, Audio: 6, Extras: 5

Length
118 mins
Type
Movie
Last Updated
a year ago
Contributors

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