Linda McDowell emerged in the early 1970s, contributing to the landscape of cult cinema with her role in Six Women (1971). In this film, she embodies the complexities of female relationships against a backdrop of societal pressures, showcasing the era's provocative storytelling. McDowell's performance captures the essence of the exploitation genre, reflecting the bold narratives that defined the time. Her work in Six Women remains a significant part of the conversation around women's roles in cult cinema.
Six Women
This is a low budget western about six undesired women who are taken out of a western town and transported to prison. Their adventures along the way are the basis for the film. The head man, Charley, is in charge of making sure the women stay in line. One night, Dolores, a Mexican girl, tries to escape. Charley catches her and has her tied to a tree, hanging by her wrists, for punishment. He strips her to the waist and lays a bull whip on her back.
