Barbara Niven, born in 1953 in Los Angeles, is an American actress known for her work in both mainstream and cult cinema. She appears as the protagonist's ally in Under Lock and Key (1995), where her performance adds depth to the film's exploration of crime and redemption. Niven also stars in Foxfire (1996), a film that captures the rebellious spirit of youth and the complexities of female friendships. With a career that spans decades, she brings a unique presence to the cult film landscape.
Under Lock and Key
An FBI agent goes undercover in a women's prison to find evidence hidden by a drug dealer's ex-girlfriend. After she is taken off the case, she finds that the drug dealer has kidnapped her daughter. She enlists the help of one of her prison guards, and together they take on the drug dealer's mob.