by Linda Kay

English Title: The Maniacs

Directed by: Lucio Fulci

Synopsis: A collection of satirical short comedies are presented back to back in this Italian anthology film.

Kitty Cameo: In the first segment entitled Sport a series of sporting events are presented on a television screen inserted over footage of a crowded stadium. In one of the clips three men are speed walking along a track when they come to a sudden stop, looking terrified. The camera cuts to a black cat who is crossing the track, presumably in front of them.

Final Mewsings: The runner who was smart enough to know black cats are good luck would have won the race!

Many thanks to Nick Wale for letting us know about the cat in this film.

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