Oh, diese Geister
Oh, diese Geister

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Oh, diese Geister

1966
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German

Adaptation of Noël Coward's ghost story.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Alfred VohrerGenres: Comedy, Mystery, Horror

Plot Summary

A group of friends inherit a spooky castle under mysterious circumstances. Soon after arriving, they begin to experience strange occurrences and terrifying encounters with what appear to be ghosts. They must unravel the secrets of the castle and confront the spectral presences before they become permanent residents of the haunted estate.

Critical Reception

The film was a popular entry in the German Edgar Wallace film series, known for its blend of suspense, humor, and gothic atmosphere. While not critically acclaimed by international standards, it was well-received by its target audience and is remembered fondly as a classic of German genre cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its effective suspense and atmospheric setting.

  • Enjoyed for its mix of spooky elements and lighthearted comedy.

  • Seen as a quintessential example of the popular German krimi genre.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this older German film is not widely available.

Fun Fact

The film is part of the Edgar Wallace series, a highly successful franchise of German crime thriller films based on the novels of Edgar Wallace, which were immensely popular in Germany during the 1960s and early 1970s.

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