Supernatural slasher mayhem meets Native American legend in the Arizona desert.
THE GHOST DANCE
When you disturb the dead, you must pay the price.
The spirit of a long-dead warrior possesses the body of an Indian medicine man and turns him into a homicidal maniac.
The Ghost Dance is a 1982 United States horror-thriller film directed by Peter F. Buffa about the spirit of a long-dead warrior possessing an Indian medicine man and turning him into a homicidal maniac.
Synopsis
It’s late afternoon on the Arizona desert as workers unearth an Indian body. Dr.Kay Foster (Julie Amato), the director of anthropology at a local university supervises the dig. She finds the remains of an ancient Indian warlord known as Nahaluh. That sinister night an Indian scavenger, Aranjo (Henry Bal) creeps into the excavation and steals an Indian medicine bag. That’s where the horror begins.
“Peter F.Buffa’s “The Ghost Dance” is a bloody supernatural slasher flick with a nice Indian angle. The acting is surprisingly good and there is some suspense and gore, including throat slashing and spear impaling. The film is extremely obscure, so grab the copy and treasure it. Highly recommended.”
Why Cult
The film roots its horror in the legend of an ancient Indian warlord whose spirit is unleashed during an archaeological dig.
Expect a body count as the possessed medicine man goes on a rampage, serving up gore, throat slashing, and psychotronic mayhem.
The sunbaked landscape of the Arizona desert provides a stark and atmospheric backdrop for the horror to unfold.
Tagged as 'Redsploitation', the film dives into indigenous themes with a grindhouse twist rarely seen in early '80s horror.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ghost Dance about? +
The Ghost Dance is about the spirit of a long-dead warrior possessing the body of an Indian medicine man, turning him into a homicidal maniac after an archaeological dig disturbs an ancient grave.
When was The Ghost Dance released? +
The Ghost Dance was released in 1982.
Who directed The Ghost Dance? +
The Ghost Dance was directed by Peter F. Buffa.
How long is The Ghost Dance? +
The Ghost Dance has a runtime of 96 minutes.
What genre is The Ghost Dance? +
The Ghost Dance is a horror-thriller film.