1974: The Possession of Altair

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1974: The Possession of Altair

2017

1h 22m

5.3(44 votes)

Mystery

Horror

Science Fiction

Overview

A newlywed couple disappeared in 1974, their 8mm tapes reveal one of the most horrifying events in Mexican history.

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7 members

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Diana Bovio

Altair

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Rolando Breme

Manuel

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Guillermo Callahan

Callahan

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Blanca Alarcón

Tere

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Rubén González Garza

Dr. Canseco

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Oliverio Gareli

Periodista Santiago Orozco

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Ana Banda

Joven fiesta

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