The Return of Chandu (1934)

In the sinister clutches of the Black Magic cult of Ubasti, nestled on the enigmatic isle of Lemuria, emerges a perilous plot revolving around Princess Nadji of Egypt. Revered by the cult members as the reincarnation of their fallen deity, Ossana, they scheme to offer Nadji as a sacrifice, hoping to resurrect their long-lost goddess. Fleeing from this ominous destiny, Nadji seeks sanctuary within the Californian residence of Frank Chandler, an enigmatic American imbued with the powers of White Magic. Known as "Chandu," he is her only beacon of hope against the looming shadows of the cult. When Vindhyan, the high priest of the cult's Californian chapter, uncovers Nadji's hideout, he ensnares her in a mystical trance, a conundrum too complex for even Chandu's magic. This forces Chandu to whisk Nadji off to the South Seas port of Suva, a sanctuary where he hopes to shatter the spell. Assisted by his sister Dorothy, and his young nephew Bob and niece Betty, Chandu battles against the dark forces, awakening Nadji and confronting Vindhyan. However, the battle is far from over. The malicious Voice of Ubasti, the cult's most malevolent priest, conjures Nadji to Lemuria through the bewitching Circle of Ola. A relentless pursuit ensues, as Chandu, Dorothy, Bob and Betty strive to rescue Nadji, only to find themselves shipwrecked on the eerie shores of Lemuria. As the cult captures his family for their sacrificial rituals, Chandu plunges into an intricate labyrinth of subterranean caverns beneath the ominous Temple of Ubasti. His powers are shrouded by the overwhelming forces of Black Magic, leading him into a captivating journey of suspense, mysticism, and a desperate fight against the forces of darkness.

The Return of Chandu is an action movie featuring Bela Lugosi.

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