The Living Head

The Living Head

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NR 1963 · 79 min · ★ 6.5 · Horror

A group of archaeologists break into the tomb of an ancient Aztec general, arousing the warrior's head and sending his undead servant out to take revenge on the careless scientists.

Directed by Chano Urueta · Written by Adolfo López Portillo

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