The Damned House of Hajn

The Damned House of Hajn

1989 · 107 min · ★ 5.8 · Drama, Thriller, Horror, Mystery

Sonya is the heiress to the riches of a Czech noble family—the Hajns. Petr, a social climber marries her, ignoring some shady goings-on—in particular, an insane uncle who prowls the mansion believing himself invisible, a peccadillo the family indulges. The uncle’s stalking every corner of the house, popping out of cupboards and out from behind curtains slowly takes its toll on the young bride.

Directed by Jiří Svoboda · Written by Václav Šašek

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