The Asphyx
“If It Were In Your Power…Would You Sacrifice Your Wife…Your Children For Immortality? This Is The Story Of A Man Who Did!”
Synopsis
Hugo is a brilliant turn-of-the-century scientist, loved and respected by his family and friends, admired by his colleagues. But he is a man quickly becoming obsessed with a curious and frightening question...What is the mysterious apparition found in the photographs of his dying subjects?
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The Asphyx 1973 Trailer HDOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-05-24
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 5, 2025
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Newbrook
- Screenplay & Story
- Brian Comport
- Original Score
- Bill McGuffie
- Original Title
- The Asphyx
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Glendale
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Newbrook
Brian Comport, Christina Beers, Laurence Beers
Bill McGuffie
Freddie Young
Maxine Julius
John Brittany
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Newbrook
Director
Brian Comport
Screenplay
John Brittany
Producer
Bill McGuffie
Original Music Composer
Maxine Julius
Editor
John Stoll
Production Design
Evelyn Gibbs
Costume Design
Freddie Young
Director of Photography
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is The Asphyx about?
Hugo is a brilliant turn-of-the-century scientist, loved and respected by his family and friends, admired by his colleagues. But he is a man quickly becoming obsessed with a curious and frightening question...What is the mysterious apparition found in the photographs of his dying subjects?
Who directed The Asphyx?
The Asphyx was directed by Peter Newbrook.
Who stars in The Asphyx?
The principal cast of The Asphyx includes Robert Powell, Robert Stephens, Jane Lapotaire, Alex Scott, Ralph Arliss.
When was The Asphyx released and how long is it?
The Asphyx was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Asphyx?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Asphyx was composed by Bill McGuffie.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Asphyx?
The Asphyx holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).