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The Howl of the Devil 1988

Status
Released
Runtime
97 minutes
Director
Paul Naschy
Network
Freemont-Nasch International
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What is The Howl of the Devil?

The Howl of the Devil is a horror film released in Spain on January 1, 1988, with a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes. The film centers on Hector Doriani, a stage and screen actor who feels that he is living in the shadow of his dead twin brother, Alex Doriani, who was once a famous star of horror movies.

Type
Film
Year
1988
Status
Released
Runtime
97 minutes
Release date
Jan 1, 1988
Original language
ES
Origin
Spain
Studios
Freemont-Nasch International
Genres
Horror
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 5.1/10 from 21 votes
Episode runtime
~97 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Freemont-Nasch International

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The Howl of the Devil is a horror film released in Spain on January 1, 1988, with a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes. The film centers on Hector Doriani, a stage and screen actor who feels that he is living in the shadow of his dead twin brother, Alex Doriani, who was once a famous star of horror movies. Alex's young son, Adrian, now lives with Hector in an isolated mansion located in the countryside. To keep alive the memory of his father, the boy imagines that he is visited by the spirit of the dead man, which is incarnated in a series of classic horror characters from the past. Eric, who was Alex's former butler, now also works for Hector. Eric's main role is to locate and bring to the mansion a series of women who are paid large sums of money by Hector to take part.

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“A gripping exploration of horror that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is The Howl of the Devil worth watching?

The Howl of the Devil holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 21 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Horror for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie The Howl of the Devil and when was it released?

The Howl of the Devil is a feature film with a runtime of 97 minutes. It was released in 1988. Release status: Released.

Who directed The Howl of the Devil?

The Howl of the Devil was directed by Paul Naschy.

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