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The Invasion of the Dead

The Invasion of the Dead

1973 · 85 min · ★ 5.3 · Horror, Action

Professor Bruno Volpi spots some strange paintings on a cliff. He sends for Professor Zovek to help him discover its meaning. Zovek uses his powers to figure the writings are a warning that a cosmic tragedy is going to happen. Their fears prove to be true when a fire ball falls from the skies causing the ressurrection of the dead as zombies, craving for human flesh.

Directed by René Cardona · Written by René Cardona Jr.

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