Hercules in the Haunted World
Upon his return from battle in the previous film, the great warrior Hercules learns that his lover, Daianara, has lost her senses. According to the oracle Medea, Dianara's only hope is the Stone of Forgetfulness which lies deep in the realm of Hades. Hercules, with two companions, Theseus and Telemachus, embarks on a dangerous quest for the stone, while he is unaware that Dianara's guardian, King Lico, is the one responsible for her condition and plots to have the girl for himself as his bride upon her revival.
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"Hercules in the Haunted World" is a 1961 Italian film directed by the renowned filmmaker Mario Bava. Known as "Ercole al centro della Terra" in Italian, this film blends the sword-and-sandal genre with elements of fantasy and horror, creating a unique viewing experience.In this adventure, Hercules, portrayed by Reg Park, embarks on a perilous journey to rescue his beloved Princess Deianira (played by Leonora Ruffo), who has fallen into a catatonic state due to a curse. Deianira's uncle, King Lico (played by Christopher Lee), usurps the throne, leading Hercules to consult the oracle Medea for guidance. She instructs him to retrieve the Stone of Forgetfulness from the Underworld to save her. To access Hades, Hercules must obtain the Golden Apple from the Land of the Hesperides, leading to a series of adventures filled with mythological challenges.
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- Director
- Mario Bava
- Starring
- Reg Park, Christopher Lee, Leonora Ruffo, George Ardisson, Marisa Belli, Ida Galli, Franco Giacobini, Mino Doro
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