Jess Franco’s THE DIABOLICAL DR Z Makes Its UK Bluray Debut [Trailer/Artwork]

The Spanish cult classic comes to UK bluray in October.

Cult Spanish filmmaker Jess Franco initially made his name with a series of 1960s gothic chillers. One of the most revered of this cycle is 1966's The Diabolical Dr Z. The film sees Antonio Jiménez Escribano play Dr Zimmer, a mad scientist who discovers the ability to control minds. Following his passing, Dr Z's work is carried on by his daughter (Mabel Karr), leading to a murderous rampage of revenge.

Presented from a 2K restoration, The Diabolical Dr Z will make its UK bluray debut courtesy of Eureka Entertainment on October 20th.

Check out Eureka's new trailer and artwork below.

The official synopsis reads:

Before his untimely death, mad scientist Dr Zimmer (Antonio Jiménez Escribano) created a device that would allow him to control human minds. In the aftermath of his passing, his daughter Irma Zimmer (Mabel Karr) takes it upon herself to continue his work – and seek revenge on his behalf. To punish those who discredited and disgraced the late Dr Zimmer, she uses his invention to possess nightclub performer Miss Meurte (Estella Blain), who lures her victims to their deaths at the hands of her razor-sharp, poisoned nails…