Paul Aratow, an influential figure in the realm of cult cinema, directed and wrote Lucifer's Women (1974), a film that explores the intersection of horror and eroticism. He continued to shape the genre with Doctor Dracula (1978), showcasing his knack for blending exploitation with dark humor. Aratow's work often reflects the bold aesthetics of the 1970s and 1980s, making him a significant contributor to the landscape of grindhouse films. His writing on Purgatory (1988) further cements his role in crafting narratives that resonate within the cult film community.
Lucifer's Women
An acclaimed author has developed an interest in satanism and black magic. Hoping to manipulate him to suit his own perverse desire, his publisher convinces him to perform the ultimate black rite: a human sacrifice. Selecting a beautiful burlesque dancer to be their victim, he begins having doubts about his beliefs, as his publisher becomes more and more preoccupied with the black arts, and murder.
