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Necromancy

Necromancy

Life to the dead and death to the living.

PG 1972 · 82 min · ★ 4.6 · Horror

After Lori suffers a stillbirth, her husband Frank obtains a job with a northern California toy company. Frank's new boss, the mysterious Mr. Cato, explains that Frank's position will involve magic. Cato, who seemingly holds enormous influence over the town, pursues the power of necromancy and believes that Lori holds the key that will help him resurrect his own dead son.

Directed by Bert I. Gordon · Written by Bert I. Gordon

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