Released in 1992, Foxy Lady (also known by its Italian title Spiando Marina or The Smile of the Fox) is a gritty erotic thriller that blends elements of “noir” suspense with the high-stakes world of organised crime.
The Plot
The story follows Mark, a former Miami police officer turned hit-man, who is deeply scarred by a corrupt past and the tragic loss of his family. While holed up in a hotel preparing for his next contract, he becomes obsessed with Marina, a beautiful woman living in the apartment across from his.
What begins as voyeuristic fascination quickly evolves into a high-risk affair. As the two grow closer, they dream of escaping their dark lives together. However, their path to freedom is blocked by Marina’s pimp—a powerful and dangerous drug baron. Mark must navigate a web of betrayal and violence to see if a man with no future and a woman with a troubled present can ever truly find a way out.
Cast & Crew
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Director: Sergio Martino (credited as “George Raminto”)
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Lead Actors:
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Steve Bond as Mark Derrick
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Debora Caprioglio as Marina Valdez
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Supporting Cast:
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Sharon Marino as Irene
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Leonardo Treviglio as Hank
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Stelio Candelli as The Pimp/Drug Baron
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Production Note
The film is a notable entry in the later career of Sergio Martino, a legendary director of Italian giallo and cult cinema. It is often remembered for its moody atmosphere and the performance of Debora Caprioglio, who was a prominent figure in 1990s European adult-leaning dramas.
