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The Pontianak Returns

1963
Directed by
Ramon A. Estella
Genres
Horror
Starring
Maria Menado, Malek Selamat
Overview
Sequel to Anak Pontianak. A Malay Shaw Brothers production.

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In the UKNo streaming, rental or purchase options known.
Directed by
Ramon A. Estella
Genres
Horror
Starring
Maria Menado, Malek Selamat
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    Details

    Genres
    horror
    Directed by
    Ramon A. Estella
    Written by
    Abdul Razak
    Starring
    Maria Menado, Malek Selamat
    Country
    Malaysia
    Languages
    Malay

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