Tower of Evil

Tower of Evil

One way in, no way out

R 1972 · 89 min · ★ 5.7 · Horror

A group of experienced archeologists are searching for an old and mystic Phoenician treasure when they are surprised by a series of mysterious murders...

Directed by Jim O'Connolly · Written by Jim O'Connolly

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