Lee Frost, born in 1936, is a multifaceted filmmaker known for his work in exploitation cinema. He directed House on Bare Mountain (1962), a risqué take on the beach party genre, and The Defilers (1965), which delves into the darker side of human nature. Frost also contributed as a writer for Surftide 77 (1962), showcasing his versatility in the genre. His films like Mondo Freudo (1966) and Mondo Bizarro (1966) reflect the provocative spirit of the 1960s, solidifying his place in the annals of cult cinema.
Garden of the Dead
Convicts on a chain gang sniff experimental formaldehyde fumes to get high. They attempt a prison break, are shot down by the guards and buried in the prison garden. Soon, they rise from the dead, using shovels and hoes to kill all who get in their way on their quest to get high once more.