
A strange, red circle appears on the neck of a man saved from the guillotine. What is its mysterious meaning? Tragically, it turns out to be something of a family curse, as each generation thereafter bears the same sign, which in turn leads to blackmail and murder.
Directed by Jürgen Roland, The Red Circle leans on a strong ensemble — Klausjürgen Wussow, Renate Ewert, Ernst Fritz Fürbringer — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about thriller titles of 1960.
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