Tenderness of the Wolves

Tenderness of the Wolves

1973 · 82 min · ★ 5.7 · Horror, Crime, Drama

A German serial killer preys on boys and young men during the so-called years of crisis between the wars. Based on the true story of Fritz Haarmann, aka the Butcher of Hanover and the Vampire of Hanover.

Directed by Ulli Lommel · Written by Kurt Raab

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