CAT O'NINE TAILS 1971 Movie Poster - Black Coffee Mug

CAT O' NINE TAILS 1971 Movie Poster The "Cat o' Nine Tails" is a 1971 Italian-American horror film directed by Dario Argento and produced by Harve Bennett. Starring Karl Malden, James Franciscus, and Catherine Spaak, the movie follows an investigative journalist, played by Franciscus, who teams up with a blind veteran (Malden) to uncover the truth behind a series of murders linked to a long-abandoned institute for the mentally ill. The titular "Cat o' Nine Tails" refers to a cane carried by the blind character and also serves as the name of the mysterious creature that seemingly causes the killings. This suspenseful horror film, known for its iconic poster design, is often recognized for being one of the early works of Argento, who later gained fame for directing other horror classics like "Suspiria" and "Deep Red."