The Living Corpse
The Living Corpse

The Living Corpse

1967Movie103 minUrdu

A rendition of the Dracula tale with many similarities to the British 1950s Dracula.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Oleg FominGenres: Drama, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

In 1910s Russia, a count suffering from amnesia is suspected of murdering his wife. As he grapples with his lost memories and the mounting evidence against him, he must uncover the truth to clear his name, all while a charismatic former acquaintance seems to be pulling strings from the shadows.

Critical Reception

The film received moderate critical attention, with praise often directed at its atmospheric tension and the lead actor's performance. However, some critics found the pacing to be slow and the plot somewhat convoluted.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological depth.
  • The lead performance is often highlighted as a strong point.
  • Some viewers found the narrative structure to be challenging.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google.

Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of Leo Tolstoy's novella of the same name, though it takes significant liberties with the source material.

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