The Perfume of the Lady in Black

a.k.a. Il profumo della signora in nero

1974 · Directed by Francesco Barilli · Italy

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The Perfume of the Lady in Black is a very odd giallo from 1974, with a black magic cult, insanity and cannibalism in the mix. Not a classic in any way, but an interesting addition to the genre.

Francesco Barilli was the writer of Man from Deep River, but I don’t think I have come across him as a director before this.

I am noting it as of interest only, but wouldn’t put it on a must-watch list.

Gallery

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Trailer

From the score

  • Nicola Piovani - the full soundtrack

Filed 21 September 2026 by Darren Evanson.

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