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WHERE BLACK MAGIC EXPLODES INTO MURDER!
1974 · 96 min · ★ 5.1 · Horror, Thriller
A demented art dealer and antique shop owner performs nightly rituals in honour of the African god Chuku, whom he believes will reward him with unimaginable wealth and power if he merely offers human sacrifice.
Directed by Freddie Francis · Written by Aben Kandel
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Jack Palance Neal Mottram -
Diana Dors Dolly Newman -
Julie Ege Helena -
Edith Evans Aunt Louise -
Hugh Griffith Solicitor -
Trevor Howard Supt. Bellamy -
Michael Jayston Detective Sgt. Wall -
Suzy Kendall Sally -
Martin Potter Ronnie -
Percy Herbert Detective Constable Russet -
David Warbeck Detective Wilson -
Kathleen Byron Muriel Sharp
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