Malpertuis (1971)
Directed by Harry Kümel
Genres - Horror, Fantasy |
Sub-Genres - Mythological Fantasy |
Run Time - 135 min. |
Countries - Belgium, Germany, France |
MPAA Rating - NR
Share on
Synopsis by Sandra Brennan
The story centers on a sailor who returns to shore to discover that his uncle has been capturing dying Greek gods and sewing them into human flesh. He then holds them hostage on an Ionian isle. Trouble ensues when the sailor falls in love with the Gorgon. Unfortunately, she turns him into stone.
Characteristics
Themes
Keywords
eccentric, supernatural-forces, carrier, uncle