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The Pit and the Pendulum

In 1492 Toledo, Spain, a terrifying tale unfolds as Torquemada, the ruthless Grand Inquisitor of the Spanish Inquisition, unleashes a reign of terror and cruelty.

In 16th century Spain, Maria's dissenting voice during the Spanish Inquisition's brutal "Auto De Fe" ceremony puts her in grave danger. Accused of witchcraft, she's arrested and subjected to gruesome torture at the hands of the ruthless Torquemada, who intends to silence her permanently by cutting out her tongue. As Maria's fate hangs in the balance, her desperate husband tries to rescue her from the clutches of her tormentors.

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Info about The Pit and the Pendulum

Studio(s): Full Moon Entertainment

Originally Released: United States, Jun 27, 1991

Production Countries: Italy, United States

Box Office Gross: $3,331.00

Budget: $2,000,000.00

Genres:Horror, Romance