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The Element of Crime
Summary: A cop in a dystopian Europe investigates a serial killings suspect using controversial methods written by his now disgraced former mentor.
Release Date: May 14, 1984
Director:
Lars von Trier
Runtime: 1 h 44 min
MPAA: Not Rated
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