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The Living Head
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The Living Head

1963-03-01 · 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.

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Directors
Chano Urueta
Production companies
Cinematográfica ABSA
Countries
Mexico
Status
Released

Top Cast

Mauricio GarcésMauricio GarcésRoberto / Acatl
Ana Luisa PeluffoAna Luisa PeluffoMarta / Xochiquétzal
Abel SalazarAbel SalazarInspector Toledo
Germán RoblesGermán RoblesProfessor Muller
Guillermo CramerGuillermo CramerHigh Priest Xiu
Antonio RaxelAntonio RaxelAntonio, the Archeologist
Eric del CastilloEric del CastilloDetective

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