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The Black Torment (1964)

A lord returns to his manor with his new wife, to hear rumors that he had already secretly returned and had committed several murders. Has he lost his mind, or is something dark afoot?
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Heather Sears ...
Lady Elizabeth Fordyke
John Turner ...
Sir Richard Fordyke
Ann Lynn ...
Diane
Peter Arne ...
Seymour
Norman Bird ...
Harris
Raymond Huntley ...
Colonel John Wentworth
Annette Whiteley ...
Mary
Francis De Wolff ...
Black John (as Francis de Wolff)
Joseph Tomelty ...
Sir Giles Fordyke
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Ostler - Regis
Roger Croucher ...
Apprentice - Brian
Charles Houston ...
Jenkins
Derek Newark ...
Coachman - Tom
Kathy McDonald ...
Kate (as Kathy MacDonald)
Jack Taylor ...
Soldier
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A lord returns to his manor with his new wife, to hear rumors that he had already secretly returned and had committed several murders. Has he lost his mind, or is something dark afoot?

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What was the deadly power that desired and devoured the women of Fordyke? See more »

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Horror | Mystery

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16 | See all certifications »
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31 October 1969 (West Germany)  »

Also Known As:

Estate of Insanity  »

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The original UK cinema version was cut by the BBFC to edit the opening forest murder. All later releases feature the same cut print. See more »

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An atmospheric British horror!
7 December 2002 | by (Chyby, Poland) – See all my reviews

Robert Hartford-Davis("Corruption","The Fiend")directed this little gem of horror in 1964.Admittedly the action is pretty slow,but still the film has some eerie moments-especially the beginning is very creepy.The ghostly bits are well-done and the ending is a bit confusing.The acting is acceptable and the film has one or two unsettling moments.So if you like British horror movies "The Black Torment" is worth checking out! Recommended!


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