Retro Puppetmaster
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Synopsis
Andre Toulon, living a peaceful life as a puppeteer in pre-WWI Paris, encounters the renegade sorcerer Afzel, who has stolen the mysterious secrets of life from the dark god Sutekh.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-05-08
Top Cast
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Greg Sestero
Andre Toulon
Brigitta Dau
Ilsa
Stephen Blackehart
First Servant
Jack Donner
Afzel
Guy Rolfe
Older Andre Toulon
Robert Radoveanu
Second Servant
Vitalie Bantas
Third Servant
Sando Teodor
Latour
George Calin
Valentin
Juliano Doman
Vigo
Vlad Dulea
Duval
Dan Fintescu
Beggar
Șerban Celea
Vater
Elvira Deatcu
Margarette
Claudiu Trandafir
Leader
Marcel Cobzariu
First Tough Guy
Viorel Manole
Second Tough Guy
Mihai Verbintschi
First Pursurer
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 9, 1999
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David DeCoteau
- Screenplay & Story
- Neal Marshall Stevens
- Original Score
- John Massari
- Original Title
- Retro Puppetmaster
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Full Moon Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David DeCoteau
Neal Marshall Stevens, Charles Band, David Schmoeller
John Massari
Viorel Sergovici
Don Adams
Kirk Edward Hansen, Charles Band, Vlad Păunescu
Department Leadership Roster
David DeCoteau
Director
Neal Marshall Stevens
Screenplay
John Massari
Original Music Composer
Viorel Sergovici
Director of Photography
Kirk Edward Hansen
Producer
Oana Păunescu
Costume Design
Don Adams
Editor
Radu Corciova
Production Design
Vlad Păunescu
Producer
Adi Pavloschi
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Retro Puppetmaster
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What is Retro Puppetmaster about?
Andre Toulon, living a peaceful life as a puppeteer in pre-WWI Paris, encounters the renegade sorcerer Afzel, who has stolen the mysterious secrets of life from the dark god Sutekh.
Who directed Retro Puppetmaster?
Retro Puppetmaster was directed by David DeCoteau.
Who stars in Retro Puppetmaster?
The principal cast of Retro Puppetmaster includes Greg Sestero, Brigitta Dau, Stephen Blackehart, Jack Donner, Guy Rolfe.
When was Retro Puppetmaster released and how long is it?
Retro Puppetmaster was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Retro Puppetmaster?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Retro Puppetmaster was composed by John Massari.
Is Retro Puppetmaster based on a book or true story?
Retro Puppetmaster is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "David Schmoeller".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Retro Puppetmaster?
Retro Puppetmaster holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).