Richard L. Bare, born in 1913 in Turlock, California, made a significant mark in cult cinema as both writer and director of Wicked, Wicked (1973). His work on this film showcases his ability to blend suspense with a distinct narrative style, reflecting the era's fascination with psychological thrillers. Bare's background in short films, particularly the Joe McDoakes series, informed his approach to storytelling, allowing him to craft a unique cinematic experience that resonates with fans of exploitation and grindhouse genres.
Wicked, Wicked
The Grandview is a sprawling Californian hotel with a terrible secret: single blonde visitors who check in don't check out. Hotel detective Rick Stewart (David Bailey) begins investigating what's happened to a handful of vanishing guests but he soon becomes personally involved when his brunette ex-wife, Lisa James (Tiffany Bolling), arrives for a singing engagement at the hotel. When Lisa dons a blonde wig for her performance, she finds herself the next target of a psychopathic killer.
