John Waters, born in 1948 in London, is an Australian actor known for his dynamic performances in cult cinema. He appears in The Adventures of Eliza Fraser (1976), where he navigates the complexities of colonial life, and Passion Flower (1987), a film that delves into themes of desire and betrayal. Waters’ journey from a young performer in the UK to a versatile leading man in Australia reflects his deep connection to the theatrical and cinematic arts, making him a significant figure in the cult film landscape.
Passion Flower
The movers and shakers in Singapore get involved in behind-the-scenes political and business activities, romantic entanglements, and murder. Nicol Williamson plays the wealthiest man in Southeast Asia. Barbara Hershey is his married antagonistic daughter who starts an affair with an ambitious American banker (Bruce Boxleitner) and who also seems to have the attention of her father. John Waters plays Hershey's totally despicable husband.