Horror Express

China, 1906: In Manchuria, British anthropologist Professor Saxton (Christopher Lee) discovers a prehistoric, human-like creature that he believes to be a “missing link”. Saxton packs his unusual pound into a crate to transport it to Europe on the Trans-Siberian Express. But during the train journey, the creature, which can absorb memories through eye contact, begins to kill passengers. Together with Dr. Wells (Peter Cushing), Saxton tries to stop the horror before all the passengers fall victim to it... Director Eugenio Martìn shot this stylish horror film in the early 1970s - and was able to recruit two charismatic actors for the cast: Dracula actor Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing. Telly Savalas (“Kojak”) as an eccentric Cossack officer provides a striking contrast to the demure duo. All three shine in an atmospherically dense genre mix that combines classic gothic horror with sci-fi elements. Despite its low budget, the film manages to build up an oppressive tension - not least due to the setting in a cramped, moving train, which reinforces the feeling of isolation and paranoia. With its mixture of pulp, retro charm and philosophy, “The Horror Express” is now considered a cult classic that is ideal for lovers of classic horror films and British horror cinema from the 1970s.