Rina Franchetti, an Italian actress, made her mark in the world of cult cinema with her performances in Atom Age Vampire (1960) and Massacre Time (1966). In When Love Is Lust (1973), she further explored the boundaries of erotic thrillers, captivating audiences with her bold choices. Franchetti’s work in these films reflects the daring spirit of the 1960s and 1970s, where genre-blending and provocative narratives defined the cinematic landscape. Her roles contribute significantly to the conversation around exploitation and giallo films.
Massacre Time
In 1866 New Mexico, Tom Corbett is a prospector who is called back to his hometown in Laramie Town, Texas at the bequest of a old family friend. Tom arrives in the town to see it under the control of a ruthless and greedy gangster named Jason Scott, who's psychotic and murder-crazed son, Junior Scott, runs it with fear with a posse of thugs who kill anyone who protests their business tactics. Tom finds his brother Jeff, a drunkard looked after by their family maid Mercedes. Tom then tries to persuade Jeff to help him take down the sadistic Scotts so the town can rest easy in peace and harmony again.
