The Hands of Orlac

The Hands of Orlac

NR 1924 · 98 min · ★ 6.9 · Horror, Thriller, Mystery

A world-famous pianist loses both hands in an accident. When new hands are grafted on, he is horrified to learn they once belonged to a murderer.

Directed by Robert Wiene · Written by Louis Nerz

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