Call the Baron
Calm yourself, he's coming
Be strong, madame
Well?
So, Hans?
The baroness is exhausted
Her heart is very weak
It's a boy?
Baron... Your wife...
Tell me, is it a boy?
N0. It's a little girl
A girl...
Baron, are you alright?
Is it a girl?
G0 to the shelter, it's dangerous here
And you, General?
It's an order, Hans, go now
And Madame...?
The dead are out of danger, Gerda
And your daughter?
I'll take care of her
G0 now, Gerda, I'll follow you
I heard your family has suffered a terrible curse for many years
It seems a curse has been visited on my family for centuries
But that's not a subject for your magazine
It depends on how it's written, surely
Will you allow me to take photos of the castle?
- Out of the question. - But...
Please don't insist
- Will we arrive by nightfall? - I hope so
What are you doing? You trying to kill us?
It wasn't my fault. There's something in the way
See? The road's closed
There's someone over there
Go and ask him.
How do we get to Hohlenstadt?
There's only the ferry, 50 kilometres away...
But never after sunset
You'll be too late
Are there any hotels around here?
You could ask at the castle
The Baron sometimes agrees to receive paying guests
ls it far?
Turn round, go past the village,
it's on your left
Where did you find her?
Near Baron Von Runberg's castle
You think she was murdered?
I think it was a heart attack
It's like she was terrified
Yes, people can die of fear
Of fear?
What's that, doctor?
It's the Devil's mark
The succubus has returned to the castle
The door's opening by itself
What was that?
Just some falling masonry
It's very beautiful
Yes, beautiful. But it could have killed me
Look there
Don't be afraid, it's just a toad
- Help me with the luggage
It's going to pour down
- There's no-one here? - It's your job to find out
S0, Mr. Ducos, where are you taking us now?
Well I... Follow me...
With all the rain, this castle gets even more mysterious
Is anybody up there?
Welcome to castle Von Runberg
Don't be alarmed. The castle is full of hazzards
We were told you might give us shelter tonight
I prepared everything after the telephone call
Phone call? Who called?
I don't know, sir
It was a female voice
She gave me your names
If you come with me I'll show you to your rooms
This is your room, Father
Sorry, I'm not a priest yet. I study theology in the seminary
Please do not leave your bag there
Why not?
Look at the mark in front of the fireplace
On 13th December 1569...
the date on which Erika Von Runberg...
disappeared in the night with the monk who exorcised her
Erika disappeared, leaving this Devil's mark
Exorcised? Why?
Because of a family curse
Baron Von Runberg may explain it to you later
Mr and Mrs Forster, this is your room
What's that?
Sometimes pigeons fall down the chimneys of the castle
It's not unusual
Possibly...
But finding a wounded bird is a strange welcome
It's an historic room, sir
In 1437, the Prince and Princess de Hardt...
had their throats cut while they slept
Throats cut?
But that was in 1437
He's insane
This is your room, Mr. Ducos
And this is yours, Mr. Masson
I hate stuffy rooms. Can't you air it?
- It's impossible, sir - Why impossible?
- The window is sealed - Sealed?
After the inexplicable accident...
that cost the life of Eric Von Runberg in 1735
Enough of these gruesome stories
I'll never be able to sleep alone in this castle
Maybe we should share?
I have just what you need, miss
Well?
I showed them to their rooms, Baron
Fine, serve dinner at eight o'clock
Why not have your bath?
It's ready
Let me rest a while, I'm so tired
Let me help you
I've never seen such a lazy girl
If I don't help you we'll be late for dinner
Your skin is so soft
I know your tastes, Howard
You haven't been able to keep your eyes off her
Enough, Nancy
I told you, I have no interest in Corinne
You've been all over her since we got here
My money is all that interests you
I'm tired of satisfying your every need, Howard
I would enjoy getting a divorce
My love, how could I live without you?
Sometimes I wonder, Howard
I see you collect weapons
Not only do I collect, but every morning I train with Hans
He was my assistant during the war
Speaking of Hans, why does he insist on scaring your guests?
They're all strange here
Come in, please
- Baron Von Runberg - Max Ducos
- Some port? - With pleasure
Can I tell you something?
Ten years I've done these tours, you're the first seminarian I've had
Just between us, this is my first guided tour
And very badly guided
True, but it's all working out fine now
Can't complain about this place
You think not?
I can't open my bedroom window...
the butler has a hideous face
And that baron is very strange
Could it be worse?
I hope the ladies are comfortably settled
Yes, but I must say that your castle is somewhat forbidding
Old castles are always a bit austere, miss
Dinner is served, sir
Shall we go to the dining room?
Please forgive this... improvised dinner
It's perfect
Baron, will you tell us about the Von Runberg curse?
If you insist
But I don't want to spoil your appetites
Don't worry about me
When I'm hungry, I could sup with the Devil
I was just about to mention him
In the 12th century, my ancestor, Siegfried Von Runberg...
made a pact with the Devil
You mean that he sold his soul to the Devil?
In exchange for his services, as well as the soul of Siegfried...
Satan demanded that the eldest daughter...
of every generation of our family be in his service
That she would become a succubus
- And what is a Succubus? - A sort of a vampire, I suppose
You're mistaken, Mr. Masson
A Succubus is a demon who takes female form...
to seduce men and lead them to perdition
It's not necessary to be a Succubus
Any woman can do that
Personally, I don't believe such things
Me neither.
D0 you deny the existence of the Devil?
I don't believe in vampire or Succubus
I'm an atheist, thank God
Unfortunately all the girls in our family became Succubi
All my ancestors were the victims of a violent death
D0 you have a daughter, Baron?
You again? What are you doing here?
Why?
Aren't you pleased to see me?
You promised never to set foot in here again
The roads are blocked
I can't be out in weather like this
Did you forget that today is the anniversary of the...?
I'm sorry, miss,
we have unexpected guests
The castle is full
There's one room left, Martha
The Baron insists on hospitality
- What name shall I say? - My name is Hilse, Hilse Milller
- May I use the phone? - Of course, it's right there
I don't think the phone's working
It worked a little while ago
It must be the storm, there's no connection
Perhaps
It's the first time that's happened
Could you come with me, miss? I'll show you to your room
I bid you welcome
Please take a seat
I'd love to see your laboratory
You want to see my laboratory? Very well
You may be disappointed. Alchemy is nothing spectacular
An oven, a few mortars...
But it's enough to turn lead into gold
Well, to at least try
D0 you have a hobby, too?
Yes, men
Even the married ones?
What do you think about fidelity, Mr. Forster?
Well, nothing good
And you, Mr. Sorel? Anything to say about it?
Don't fool yourself. Faithfulness to God is not easy
- Look at that pig - Don't be unkind, Mr Masson
Your housekeeper does not seem to appreciate our presence
Forgive Martha, she's a wonderful woman
- My brother was very fond of her - You have a brother?
An older brother, Rudolf
He was burned alive inside his tank in Stalingrad
Don't be alarmed
The generator sometimes stops when it rains
Light some candles and serve coffee in the lounge
What's up with you? Hurry up with that coffee
We hear this music every time the Succubus appears
Can't you talk about anything other than Succubi?
In fact, today is the anniversary of the covenant
Enough, Hans. Please change the subject
You have too much imagination
Could the Baron tell me who's playing the harmonium?
That's none of your concern
You can serve the liqueur now
Check... and mate
But this is impossible
You're very lucky, Mr. Sorel
No, I play well, that's all
Your only mistake was not paying attention to my queen
Who knows what a queen could offer a young seminarian?
I wish you all a good night
Hans will remain at your disposal if you need anything
You forgot your promise?
My promise?
Follow me, but I assure you my laboratory is nothing special
Can we meet when the others are asleep, Corinne?
If only for a few minutes
Just for... a few minutes?
No, of course not
So... where and when?
Behind the attic staircase. At midnight
See you then
I have to go to the bus, anyone need anything?
As a matter of fact, I forgot my paper
I'll get it
Goodnight... I'm off to bed
Checkmate
No, Madam. Making gold is not the main goal of the alchemist
Have you ever turned lead into gold?
My main pleasure is searching for philosophical truths
It's late, I'll take you back
Don't worry. I can find my own way back
Take this candle
Don't get lost
- What are you doing here? - Did I frighten you?
There are very strange things going on in this castle
I was going out to investigate, but I couldn't open the door
Let's go into the dining room
Three games and three victories. You really are a good player
I am used to more difficult opponents than Mr. Masson
- Have you got my things? - It's impossible to go outside,
the key is in the door, but I can't open it
What have I done to deserve such useless people?
All right, come on. I'll open the door for you, you'll see
Come with us Mr. Forster
Hold this, give me good light
Just like I said
Can't you help instead of staring at me like that?
- It's impossible to open it - This isn't normal
Hold on... hold on
At least I'm giving it a try
That sounded like Regine.
Come on, quickly
What is it? What's happened?
Blood on the ceiling
N0 need to panic. There must be some explanation
Like the front door?
I'll see what's the matter
Who's with me?
Look at this
It's horrible
Who would torture a helpless creature?
Well? You think that's normal?
It was you who drove us here
Look over there
It's a sarcophagus
And that's a guillotine
You seen a lot of attics like this?
Well, none of this will keep me awake
You're going to stay here?
I have to clean up
- I wish you a good night, sir - Good night, Hans
Don't worry
It was just an injured cat trapped up there
But keep the door locked. You never know
- Did you lock the door, Howard? - Yes, my love
Lots of strange things in this castle
The strangest of all is Baron Von Runberg making gold
Go to sleep. I'll just close the window
- I couldn't sleep - It must be the storm
What are you reading?
A book about the Von Runberg curse
Listen to this...
Succubi appear mainly at night...
They use all their lascivious charm to seduce hermits...
with the sight of their shameless nudity
Do you find me lascivious?
Shameless?
What if I were naked in front of you?
Do you think I could be... a Succubus?
If you could see your face...
It's so funny
It's good to hear laughter
So rare in this castle
Take a seat
Doesn't it look great?
Would you like some wine?
You're not coming?
Looking for an imaginary treasure?
I saw gold in his lab
I'm sure there's more hidden
If it's true, Nancy, the gold doesn't belong to us
Whatever you say
Let's go
How about a final glass of wine? The best...
Sounds good
The Devil leaves this mark on all who make a pact with him
There is another explanation, which says that God forced the Devil...
to mark his creatures with this symbol...
so all cursed souls might know each other
You frightened me
Are you looking for the treasure?
You too?
There's enough for both of us
Come with me
I'm sure the Baron hides his gold in this cellar
Let's look
Help me.
- And if l left now...? - Don't joke
What would you say?
Enough. Stop it.
I'm trying to sleep here.
Let's go somewhere else
Let me out.
Whoever you are. Stop this.
Someone's trying to make a fool of me here
Are you the ones making the noise? I've seen you.
You're not going to get away from me. I've seen you.
You don't have to stand
Why are you always here at this hour?
It's very late
I must have fallen asleep
I should go to bed now
Am I upsetting you?
Not at all
Why are you so nervous?
I'm not used to being alone with a beautiful woman
You really find me beautiful?
D0 you have a cigarette?
- And you? - I don't smoke
No use running away, Alban
You'll die just like the others
- The others? - Yes, I killed them all
I killed them in the state of mortal sin
They died because of their sins
Why did you kill them?
I am a Succubus... Alban
G0 now, Hilse, I shall deal with him
Why did you run away? I mean you no harm
I'm not afraid of you. You have no power over men
Come closer then
Why don't you come outside?
Why don't you come inside?
You speak defiantly, because your body is protected
But your thoughts are troubled
You desire Hilse
Your nights will be long, Alban
I will spend them in prayer. And in penance
For the moment, I am satisfied with your companions
But I'll come back for you later
Wait. Can I propose a deal?
A deal?
Release the poor souls of those who died...
and I will accept damnation
Such pride
Why would I trade souls I already have for one I will have soon?
But think of the souls I'll save if I become a priest
You don't have my soul yet
Instead of saving souls that are of no use to you...
would you not rather have earthly riches?
Love...?
All I want is the souls of my companions
Will you not feel remorse?
Will you follow me blindly?
Sign... and those six souls will be free
Mr Sore]? We're waiting for you
I'll be right down
I had a terrible nightmare after all these stories of Succubi
Tell me about it
I wouldn't call the Baron a champion
And his butler is a total animal
The Baron has been wounded
Please sit
I would like to...
I'd like to unburden my conscience
Please don't tire yourself
The ambulance is coming
I don't hear you well
Yesterday...
I lied
I did have a daughter
I killed her
In her cradle
You killed your own daughter?
She was the oldest...
the oldest Von Runberg
And cursed
- How is he now? - Not good, Martha...
we can only pray
It was because of Hilse that the accident happened
She is cursed.
You're mistaken. Hilse is not to blame
But you don't know the truth
- Hilse is a succubus - Such things don't exist
Anyway, Hilse is not a Von Runberg
Hilse...
is my daughter
Her father was Rudolf Von Runberg
He died without knowing that I was pregnant
And I never had the courage to tell the Baron
He would have killed her
Hilse...
she is the oldest child of the Von Runberg's
Come on, hurry up or we'll never get there in time
Anyone seen Mr. Sorel?
He's at the Baron's bedside
I'm sorry about the Baron, but we can't stay here forever
My mother talked to you?
S0 you know everything
Can you believe I am a Succubus...
but didn't know it?
It's terrible to live in doubt
N0, Hilse, Succubi are just legends
You are sure of that?
No... You're just trying to reassure me
Will we meet again... Alban
Fate will decide
Here comes Mr. Sorel
Where's your luggage?
I can't leave a dying man. Go on without me
I'll make my own way
Well, good luck then
Let's go to the terrace to say goodbye for the last time