Mary Walter, born to a German father and a Bicolana mother, emerged as a notable figure in Philippine cinema during the 1970s. She appears as a key character in Kill Barbara with Panic (1974), where her performance adds depth to the film's blend of horror and dark comedy. Walter also stars in The Thirsty Dead (1974), a cult classic that explores themes of survival and the supernatural. Her work in these films highlights the unique intersection of exploitation and genre cinema that defines much of the era.
Kill Barbara with Panic
Barbara has always been overly indulgent of her little sister, Ruth's every whim. Her past comes back to haunt her when Barbara receives news that her younger sister has killed herself and was witnessed by Ruth's only daughter Karen. Barbara immediately returns to the Philippines to mourn her sister and comfort her unstable niece. Upon Barbara's return, she learns the reason surrounding Ruth's mysterious death.
