A Candle for the Devil
Una vela para el diablo
“Spine-chilling suspense!”
Synopsis
Two sisters running a small hotel in Spain kill female tourists whose morals do not meet their strict religious standards.
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A Candle for the Devil 1973 TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-02-20
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 14, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eugenio Martín
- Screenplay & Story
- Antonio Fos, Eugenio Martín
- Original Score
- Antonio Pérez Olea
- Original Title
- Una vela para el diablo
- Country of Origin
- Spain
- Spoken Languages
- German, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Azor Films, Mercofilms, Vega Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eugenio Martín
Antonio Fos, Eugenio Martín
Antonio Pérez Olea
José F. Aguayo
Pablo G. del Amo
José López Moreno
Department Leadership Roster
Eugenio Martín
Director
Antonio Fos
Screenplay
José F. Aguayo
Director of Photography
Antonio Pérez Olea
Original Music Composer
Pablo G. del Amo
Editor
Eugenio Martín
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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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Frequently Asked Questions About A Candle for the Devil
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What is A Candle for the Devil about?
Two sisters running a small hotel in Spain kill female tourists whose morals do not meet their strict religious standards.
Who directed A Candle for the Devil?
A Candle for the Devil was directed by Eugenio Martín.
Who stars in A Candle for the Devil?
The principal cast of A Candle for the Devil includes Judy Geeson, Aurora Bautista, Esperanza Roy, Víctor Barrera, Lone Fleming.
When was A Candle for the Devil released and how long is it?
A Candle for the Devil was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for A Candle for the Devil?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Candle for the Devil was composed by Antonio Pérez Olea.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Candle for the Devil?
A Candle for the Devil holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).