Specters

An archaeological team explores the catacombs beneath Rome, where a tunnel collapse reveals a sealed, ancient tomb. Despite warnings found in inscriptions, the group opens the burial site, accidentally releasing a demonic force. This ageless evil begins to hunt the researchers and other people, bringing a curse upon the city.

This 1987 Italian horror TV movie was directed by Marcello Avallone, marking the first of two films he directed before Maya in 1989. The production was handled by Reteitalia and Trio Cinema e Televisione, with a screenplay written by Andrea Purgatori, Dardano Sacchetti, and Maurizio Tedesco. The ensemble cast features Donald Pleasence as Professor Lasky, alongside John R. Pepper, Trine Michelsen, Massimo De Rossi, Riccardo De Torrebruna, and Lavinia Grizi.

The film has a runtime of 92 minutes. It has received a mixed reception from viewers, holding a rating of 4.3/10 on IMDb based on 843 votes and a matching 4.3/10 on TMDB from 26 votes.