The Night Child

The Night Child

Keep telling yourself: "She's not just a child"...

R 1975 · 90 min · ★ 5.7 · Horror

The titular medallion is a gift presented to young Nicole Elmi. Once the girl places the gift around her neck, she is possessed by the spirit of a dead child who was a murderess.

Directed by Massimo Dallamano · Written by Franco Marotta

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