The Specter of Terror

The Specter of Terror

1973 · 81 min · ★ 4.6 · Thriller, Drama, Horror

Maria Preston, Iberia stewardess, lives with her ​​friend and companion Elena O'Hara. She finds out that is followed by a mysterious character. He is Charly, an airport employee, U.S. Vietnam veteran, unhinged and with sexual disorders due to the infidelity of his wife.

Directed by José María Elorrieta · Written by José María Elorrieta

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