Curse of the Devil (1973) El retorno de Walpurgis | Region-Free (Blu-Ray) | Starring Paul Naschy

Title: Curse of the Devil (1973)

Alternate Title: El retorno de Walpurgis

Genre: Horror

Plot Synopsis:
A nobleman’s ancestor executed a witch who, before dying, cursed his bloodline. Centuries later, the nobleman accidentally kills a gypsy, prompting the gypsies to enact the ancient curse. He transforms into a werewolf, terrorizing his community under the full moon.

Cast and Crew:

• Director: Carlos Aured
• Writer: Paul Naschy
• Cast:
  • Paul Naschy as Waldemar Daninsky
  • Fabiola Falcón as Kinga Wilowa
  • Mariano Vidal Molina as Inspector Borlansky
  • Maritza Olivares as Maria Wilowa
  • José Manuel Martín as Gyogyo

YouTube Trailer:
Curse of the Devil | Trailer

IMDb Link:
Curse of the Devil (1973)

Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. Demdike – ★★★★☆
   “As with most of Paul Naschy’s wolfman films, this one plays like an A-Z of gothic horror. From the opening scenes of sacrificial witchcraft to the sumptuous castle settings, this film looks stunning. The great Paul Naschy is a commanding screen presence and dominates each scene he appears in, be it the caring Waldemar or the ferocious wolfman. The film is a little slow in the middle, but the final act is worth the wait.”
2. Gregor Kreyca – ★★☆☆☆
   “Like another Paul Naschy starring werewolf movie, ‘Howl of the Devil,’ this one as well didn’t do much for me. It’s not bad, just a bit dull and uneventful. The story and the characters also didn’t click for me. I honestly felt bored most of the time. Maybe I wasn’t in the right mood. I keep hearing great things about Naschy and particularly his werewolf films, but so far I’m afraid I stand unimpressed.”
3. BootlegBronson – ★★★☆☆
   “I can’t believe I’d never seen a Paul Naschy werewolf movie before. Dug it. Very old-school – strictly formula, but a solid good time, with gothic vibes, cheap and cheerful gore, a mob of peasants, and nudity. What more could you want? Will definitely check out more Naschy joints.”

Meta Description:
“Curse of the Devil” (1973), also known as “El retorno de Walpurgis,” is a Spanish horror film directed by Carlos Aured. The story follows a nobleman cursed by a witch’s dying words, leading him to transform into a werewolf and wreak havoc on his community.