Planet of the Vampires

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NR,1hr 26min

Genres:

Sci-Fi,Horror

Released:

January 1, 1965

Distributor:

MGM

Starring:

Barry Sullivan, Norma Bengell, Angel Aranda ... More

Synopsis: This classic blend of science-fiction and horror belies its extremely low budget with buckets of atmosphere and some genuinely creepy setpieces. The story concerns the crews of two spaceships, who land on a foggy, seemingly deserted planet. What they don't know is that the planet was home to a race of vampiric aliens, who possess their minds, eventually rising from their strange, misty graves to seek human blood. Legendary director Mario Bava once again proves himself a master at atmospheric composition, ... Full Synopsis

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	Derek Hill, AMG Review Though not considered one of director Mario Bava's greatest achievements, Planet of the Vampires is nevertheless a pulp science-fiction lover's dream. Many of the director's stylistic trademarks are well represented here, from his extensive use of color filters to his imaginative camera shots and gothic horror preoccupations. At times, the film looks like a pulp cover come to life -- the garish primary- ... Read Review