John Cassavetes, born in 1929 in New York City, is a pivotal figure in American independent cinema. He starred in Rosemary's Baby (1968) as the enigmatic Guy Woodhouse, showcasing his ability to blend intense character study with mainstream appeal. Cassavetes also directed and acted in Opening Night (1977), a film that reflects his improvisational style and deep exploration of performance. His contributions to films like Machine Gun McCain (1969) and Devil's Angels (1967) further solidify his legacy as a daring innovator in the realm of cult cinema.
The Incubus
In the small New England town of Galen, a young teenage boy claims he has dreams of young women being brutally raped and murdered. A doctor and the local sheriff discover that the boy's dreams are real and that a sinister cult might be behind the brutal murders. They must track down the vicious killer, who may be the indestructible incarnation of a demon spawned from hell.