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Release Year1984
Runtime1h 27m
LanguageSpanish
CertificationNR
GenresHorror
Votes11
DirectorJesús Franco
WritersJesús Franco
TypeFeature Film
Rating4.5 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsThe Sinister Doctor Orloff
About The Sinister Doctor Orloff
The son of the infamous Dr. Orloff clashes with his father when he begins to stalk and dismember prostitutes to get parts to reanimate his dead mother.
Directed by Jesús Franco, The Sinister Doctor Orloff leans on a strong ensemble — Antonio Mayans, Howard Vernon, Rocío Freixas — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about horror titles of 1984.
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