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Spirits of the Dead (1968)

"The ultimate orgy of evil."

6.219682h 1mFR
HorrorMysteryDrama

Directed by Louis Malle

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

2h 1m

Language

FR

Release

May 16, 1968

Director

Louis Malle

Official Trailer

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Overview

Anthology film from three European directors based on stories by Edgar Allan Poe: a cruel countess haunted by a ghostly horse, a sadistic young man haunted by his double, and an alcoholic actor haunted by the Devil.

Cast

Brigitte Bardot

Brigitte Bardot

Giuseppina (segment "William Wilson")

Alain Delon

Alain Delon

William Wilson and his double (segment "William Wilson")

Jane Fonda

Jane Fonda

Contessa Frederique de Metzengerstein (segment "Metzengerstein")

Terence Stamp

Terence Stamp

Toby Dammit (segment "Toby Dammit")

Peter Fonda

Peter Fonda

Baron Wilhelm Berlifitzing (segment "Metzengerstein")

James Robertson Justice

James Robertson Justice

Countess' Advisor (segment "Metzengerstein")

Salvo Randone

Salvo Randone

Priest (segment "Toby Dammit")

Françoise Prévost

Françoise Prévost

Friend of Countess (segment "Metzengerstein")

Katia Christine

Katia Christine

Girl on Dissection Table

Philippe Lemaire

Philippe Lemaire

Philippe

Serge Marquand

Serge Marquand

Hugues

John Karlsen

John Karlsen

Schoolmaster (segment "William Wilson") (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Spirits of the Dead (1968), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Anthology film from three European directors based on stories by Edgar Allan Poe: a cruel countess haunted by a ghostly horse, a sadistic young man haunted by his double, and an alcoholic actor haunted by the Devil.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Spirits of the Dead. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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