Gina Calabrese emerged in the 1980s as a distinctive presence in cult cinema, appearing in films like The Vals (1982) and Vicious Lips (1986). In The Dungeonmaster (1984), she brings a compelling energy to the screen, embodying characters that resonate within the realms of science fiction and fantasy. Her work reflects the bold aesthetics and experimental narratives of the era, making her a notable figure in the conversation surrounding grindhouse and exploitation films. Calabrese's contributions continue to captivate fans of the genre.
The Vals
Sam, Trish, Beth, and Annie are four Valley Girls bored with shopping and frat parties. They come across kind Mr. Stanton, who is running a home for orphaned boys. Mr. Stanton and his charges are in danger of being evicted from their home if they don't come up with the rent money that is due, and one of the boys has taken to selling drugs for a couple of sleazy dealers. When Trish's prized "TUBUL R" Mercedes convertible is lost in a bet in which their Beverly Hills rivals have cheated, mayhem ensues as the Vals, with the help of their frat boy boyfriends, save Mr. Stanton and his boys from being evicted, give the drug dealers their just desserts, and exact revenge on the Beverly Hills brats in a rematch.
