The Transformative Powers of Monstrosity – A List Of Body Horror Films With Trans Allegories
In the spirit of Halloween, here's a list of body horror films which can be interpreted as trans allegories.
The House of Exorcism (1976)
A re-edited version of Mario Bava's "Lisa and the Devil" for the U.S. market, including newly filmed scenes involving a possessed Lisa.
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A re-edited version of Mario Bava's "Lisa and the Devil" for the U.S. market, including newly filmed scenes involving a possessed Lisa.
Rating:R
Genre:Horror
Written By:Mario Bava, Alberto Cittini, Alfredo Leone
In Theaters:7/9/1976
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Runtime:92 minutes
Studio:Roxy Film, Leone International, Euro America Produzioni Cinematografiche, Tecisa Film
Cast
Mario Bava, Alfredo Leone
Director
Telly Savalas
Leandro (archive footage)
Elke Sommer
Lisa Reiner
Robert Alda
Father Michael
Sylva Koscina
Sophia Lehar (archive footage)
Alida Valli
Countess (archive footage)
Gabriele Tinti
George (archive footage)
Espartaco Santoni
Carlo (archive footage)
Eduardo Fajardo
Francis Lehar (archive footage)
Alessio Orano
Max (archive footage)
Kathy Leone
Lisa's friend (archive footage)
Carmen Silva
Anna
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