Mike Mignola’s comic series uses Rasputin as the catalyst for the apocalypse. This version leans into the "mystic" side, positioning him as a conduit for cosmic horrors, further distancing the public consciousness from the actual man who lived in St. Petersburg. Why the "Orgien" Narrative Persists
The film was shot on 35mm with the lush, albeit low-budget, production design typical of Munich-based studios in the late 70s and early 80s.
While originally a theatrical and VHS release, the film has since seen various digital transitions:
