The Legend of Blood Castle
Ceremonia sangrienta
“A nightmare tale of depravity!”
Synopsis
Countess Elizabeth Bathory conspires with her husband to acquire the blood of virgins to maintain her youth and beauty.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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TV Spot
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-07-18
Top Cast
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Lucia Bosè
Erzebeth Bathory
Espartaco Santoni
Karl Ziemmer
Ewa Aulin
Marina
Ana Farra
Nodriza
Silvano Tranquilli
Médico
Lola Gaos
Carmilla
Enrique Vivó
Alcalde
María Vico
Maria Plojovitz
Ángel Menéndez
Magistrado
Adolfo Thous
Juez
Ismael García-Romeu
Capitán
Raquel Ortuño
Irina
Loreta Tovar
Sandra
Franca Grey
Nadja
Ghika
Inge
Miguel Buñuel
Secretario
Fabián Conde
Alguacil
Estanis González
Posadero
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 4, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jorge Grau
- Screenplay & Story
- Jorge Grau, Sandro Continenza, Juan Tébar
- Original Score
- Carlo Savina
- Original Title
- Ceremonia sangrienta
- Country of Origin
- Italy, Spain
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Luis Film, X Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jorge Grau
Jorge Grau, Sandro Continenza, Juan Tébar
Carlo Savina
Oberdan Troiani, Fernando Arribas
Pedro del Rey
José María González Sinde, Enrique González Macho, Adolfo Oliete
Department Leadership Roster
Jorge Grau
Screenplay
Jorge Grau
Director
Sandro Continenza
Screenplay
Pedro del Rey
Editor
Oberdan Troiani
Director of Photography
Carlo Savina
Original Music Composer
Juan Tébar
Screenplay
Elisa Ruiz
Costume Design
Fernando Arribas
Director of Photography
Enrique González Macho
Producer
Adolfo Oliete
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Legend of Blood Castle
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What is The Legend of Blood Castle about?
Countess Elizabeth Bathory conspires with her husband to acquire the blood of virgins to maintain her youth and beauty.
Who directed The Legend of Blood Castle?
The Legend of Blood Castle was directed by Jorge Grau.
Who stars in The Legend of Blood Castle?
The principal cast of The Legend of Blood Castle includes Lucia Bosè, Espartaco Santoni, Ewa Aulin, Ana Farra, Silvano Tranquilli.
When was The Legend of Blood Castle released and how long is it?
The Legend of Blood Castle was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Legend of Blood Castle?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Legend of Blood Castle was composed by Carlo Savina.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Legend of Blood Castle?
The Legend of Blood Castle holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).