The Iguana with the Tongue of Fire

Synopsis

In the crime thriller 'The Iguana with the Tongue of Fire', a series of brutal murders grips the city of Dublin, Ireland. The killings are linked by a mysterious clue, an unusual type of suede glove at each crime scene. Detective John Norton, played by Luigi Pistilli, is tasked with solving the case. As Norton delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deception, lies, and dark secrets. Facing danger at every turn, Norton must race against time to catch the elusive killer before more lives are lost. The film unfolds as a twisted tale of intrigue, suspense, and unexpected twists.

Cast

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  Luigi Pistilli

  ex-Inspector John Norton

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  Dagmar Lassander

  Helene Sobieski

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  Anton Diffring

  Ambassador Sobieski

• Arthur O'Sullivan

  Inspector Lawrence

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  Werner Pochath

  Marc Sobieski (as Werner Pochat)

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  Dominique Boschero

  Ambassador Sobieski's mistress

Reviews

Critics were divided on 'The Iguana with the Tongue of Fire'. While some praised the film for its dark atmosphere and suspenseful plot, others criticized its slow pacing and lack of character development. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a 42% approval rating, with the consensus that the movie has style but lacks substance. Metacritic awarded it a score of 48 out of 100, citing the film's intriguing premise but ultimately inconsistent execution. IMDb users rated the movie 5.4 out of 10, with mixed reviews highlighting the film's atmospheric cinematography and unsettling tone, but also pointing out its convoluted plot and clichéd characters. Overall, 'The Iguana with the Tongue of Fire' remains a polarizing title that will appeal to fans of atmospheric murder mysteries.