I first saw this movie in 1991...pretty much the same time it was released to video store. It was a little too violent for me back then and made me a bit uncomfortable (I was just a kid). I just watched it again (I bought the tape through Amazon)...and I have to admit that it has stood up pretty well. It is a rather dark story but it has some rather interesting and creative kill scenes. Also watch for the forensic detective...he has some pretty funny comments about the murders. It is a pretty original movie...definitely B grade but worth a look.
7/10
Steel and Lace
1991
Action / Horror / Sci-Fi
Steel and Lace
1991
Action / Horror / Sci-Fi
5.1Plot summary
Daniel Emerson is acquited of the rape of classical pianist Gaily Morton, and part of the blame for the acquittal lies with the testimony of Daniel's friends Norman, Oscar, Toby, and Craig, who all helped Daniel rape Gaily. Still devastated by the rape and unable to deal with the acquittal, Gaily commits suicide by jumping off of the top of the court building as soon as the trial ends, much to the horror of her brother Albert, who is a scientist. Five years later, Daniel has made Norman, Oscar, Toby, and Craig partners in his business, which forces homeowners and their homes out of the way to make way for bigger developments. By this time, after five years of working with Gaily's body, Albert has turned Gaily into a cyborg that is programmed to get bloody revenge on Daniel, Norman, Oscar, Toby, and Craig.
Uploaded by: FREEMAN
Director
Top cast
Bruce Davison as Albert Morton
David Naughton as Dunn
Stacy Haiduk as Alison
Frank Pesce as Patroni
Tech specs
720p.BLU 1080p.BLU 859.7 MB
968*720
English 2.0
NR
Movie Reviews
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Excellent B horror movie
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Gore thriller/revenge flick is bangin' and soars above the crowd
Steel and Lace is a cool, inventive take on the revenge thriller/gore. Farino has directed a modern gore/thriller. I think this is the Pulp Fiction of its time. New concepts and turns of fate abound in this puzzling film.
A cute blonde lawyer is raped in an alley by a Wall Street Geico type character. He goes to trial and gets off from lack of evidence. He and his 4 buddies own a corporation that has a logo of a hand that is squeezing the world in a claw like grasp. (neat logo) Not being able to cope with the devastating news, the lawyer jumps off a building. Mysteriously, the Wall street crowd is then killed one by one in Ten Little Indians, style.
The director, Francio, really integrates a pastiche of film genres into an action/thriller/gory film that is way above other gore films. A lot of works are derivative to a fault, but this one integrates a lot of genres into a well crafted/shot/edited/music film.
I kept thinking, Death Wish, Gort, Hal, Spit on your Grave, Terminator and other films that were reverently depicted in this surprising film.
The actors and good and production values top notch...considering that this was probably a low budget film, this was an excellent example of good direction and control of the production. I like the way the robot gradually gains awareness about her actions.
Look for it in bargain bin, rental stores, and on cable TV. It is a neat discovery.
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Wow Clare Wren
It is a tribute to the makers of Steel And Lace that they made such a watchable movie despite the obviously lacking budget. The main actress is a hottie and can act both sensual and robotic and mission-minded. She is a coquette who attracts men mercilessly and we see a few shots of her body that are unfortunately way too innocent. Her brother pulls the strings.