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ULTRA III: Peter Kurten, Sadist & Mass Slayer

ULTRA III: Peter Kurten, Sadist & Mass Slayer

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Documentary

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A video magazine put out by the Come Organization label. An in-depth documentary of the life & works of Peter Kurten, the monster of Dusseldorf, including previously unpublished pictures and information. With music by WHITEHOUSE, J.S.BACH & BEETHOVEN

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

25 mins

Rating

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Release Date

01 January 1982

Country

United Kingdom

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