THE VAULT

Dressed to Kill (1980) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 7.1/100

The latest fashion in murder.

The Premise

After witnessing a mysterious woman brutally slay a homemaker, prostitute Liz Blake finds herself trapped in a dangerous situation. While the police thinks she is the murderer, the real killer is intent on silencing her only witness.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Psychological, Slasher, Dressed to Kill taps into fundamental fears. The 7.1/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of friendship, taxi, prostitute continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

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