Praying Mantis(1982)

A twisting tale of deception, blackmail and an abominable crime of passion

Praying Mantis is a thriller centered on a dangerous love triangle and a murder plot that spirals beyond anyone's control. A middle-aged professor's young bride and his assistant scheme to commit a double murder, carefully staging it as a crime of passion. But their plan unravels when one of their intended victims unexpectedly becomes a co-conspirator, forcing all parties into an increasingly volatile game of deception and survival. As alliances shift and secrets multiply, the conspirators discover that their carefully laid trap may have caught them instead. The film explores themes of betrayal, ambition, and the deadly consequences of underestimating your enemies.