Dana Gillespie, an English actress born in 1949, made her mark in the world of cult cinema with her roles in The Vengeance of She (1968) and The Lost Continent (1968). Her performances often blend the fantastical with the psychological, as seen in Bad Timing (1980), where she navigates complex emotional landscapes. Gillespie's contributions to these films highlight the unique intersection of exploitation and artistry that defines the genre, making her a notable figure in the realm of cult and grindhouse cinema.
Bad Timing
Alex Linden is a psychiatrist living in Vienna who meets Milena Flaherty though a mutual friend. Though Alex is quite a bit older than Milena, he's attracted to her young, carefree spirit. Despite the fact that Milena is already married, their friendship quickly turns into a deeply passionate love affair that threatens to overtake them both. When Milena ends up in the hospital from an overdose, Alex is taken into custody by Inspector Netusil.