Based on a classic fantasy novel by Belgian author Jean Ray, Malpertuis (1971) spins a stylish web of gothic weirdness and high Euro-’70s sensuality via filmmaker Harry Kümel—who also helmed the lesbian vampire classic Daughters of Darkness the very same year. As spectacularly wealthy Quentin Cassavius (Orson Welles) lies dying, he summons a gaggle of relatives to Malpertuis, the mansion of the title. … Become a Mr Skin Member and get the full review