

The Church
1989-03-10 · 102 min · ★ 6.0
In a Gothic cathedral built on the mass grave of a Teutonic purge, an ancient discovery by the new librarian will release an unholy maelstrom of madness, violence, and demonic vengeance.
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Production details
- Directors
- Michele Soavi
- Production companies
- Reteitalia, Cecchi Gori Group Tiger Cinematografica, ADC Films
- Countries
- Italy
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 3,500,000
Top Cast
Hugh QuarshieFather Gus
Tomas AranaEvan
Feodor Chaliapin Jr.The Bishop
Barbara CupistiLisa
Antonella VitaleBridal Model
Giovanni Lombardo RadiceReverend
Asia ArgentoLotte
Micaela PignatelliFashion shoot photographer
John KarlsenHeinrich
John RichardsonArchitect
Michele Soavi1st Policeman at Lisa's House
Gianfranco De GrassiThe Accuser
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