Lyllah Torena emerged in the early 1970s, making a notable impact in the realm of cult cinema. She appears in Six Women (1971), where her performance contributes to the film's exploration of female dynamics and empowerment. In And When She Was Bad... (1973), she showcases her versatility as an actress, navigating the complexities of her character's moral dilemmas. Torena's work in these films highlights the era's fascination with provocative narratives and bold storytelling, solidifying her role in the landscape of exploitation cinema.
Six Women
This is a low budget western about six undesired women who are taken out of a western town and transported to prison. Their adventures along the way are the basis for the film. The head man, Charley, is in charge of making sure the women stay in line. One night, Dolores, a Mexican girl, tries to escape. Charley catches her and has her tied to a tree, hanging by her wrists, for punishment. He strips her to the waist and lays a bull whip on her back.
