The Long Hair of Death
I lunghi capelli della morte
“Terrifying! Witches unleash horrific vengeance!”
Synopsis
In a 15th century village, a woman is accused of witchcraft and put to death. Her beautiful older daughter knows the real reason for the execution lies in the lord's sexual desire for her mother.
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The Long Hair of Death aka I lunghi capelli della morte (1964) US trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-07-31
Top Cast
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Barbara Steele
Helen Karnstein / Mary Karnstein
George Ardisson
Baron Kurt Hummel
Halina Zalewska
Elizabeth Hummel / Adele Karnstein
Umberto Raho
Von Klage
Laura Nucci
Grumalda
Giuliano Raffaelli
Count Humboldt
Nello Pazzafini
Monk
Jeffrey Darcey
The Messenger
Aldo Barozzi
Plague Victim (uncredited)
Mario Casella
Gorca (uncredited)
Severino D'Ottavi
Party Guest (uncredited)
Alba Maiolini
Wife of Plague Victim (uncredited)
Aldo Massasso
The Priest (uncredited)
Enzo Mondino
Villager at the Execution (uncredited)
Piero Pastore
Baron Von Letz (uncredited)
Sylvia Sorrente
Gorca's Wife (uncredited)
Terry Velasco
Gorca's Daughter (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 30, 2004
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Antonio Margheriti
- Screenplay & Story
- Tonino Valerii, Antonio Margheriti
- Original Score
- Carlo Rustichelli
- Original Title
- I lunghi capelli della morte
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Cinegai
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Antonio Margheriti
Tonino Valerii, Antonio Margheriti, Ernesto Gastaldi
Carlo Rustichelli
Riccardo Pallottini
Mario Serandrei
Felice Testa Gay
Department Leadership Roster
Antonio Margheriti
Director
Tonino Valerii
Screenplay
Antonio Margheriti
Screenplay
Carlo Rustichelli
Original Music Composer
Felice Testa Gay
Producer
Riccardo Pallottini
Director of Photography
Mario Serandrei
Editor
Humphrey Patterson
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Long Hair of Death
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What is The Long Hair of Death about?
In a 15th century village, a woman is accused of witchcraft and put to death. Her beautiful older daughter knows the real reason for the execution lies in the lord's sexual desire for her mother.
Who directed The Long Hair of Death?
The Long Hair of Death was directed by Antonio Margheriti.
Who stars in The Long Hair of Death?
The principal cast of The Long Hair of Death includes Barbara Steele, George Ardisson, Halina Zalewska, Umberto Raho, Laura Nucci.
When was The Long Hair of Death released and how long is it?
The Long Hair of Death was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Long Hair of Death?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Long Hair of Death was composed by Carlo Rustichelli.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Long Hair of Death?
The Long Hair of Death holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).