Tutte Lemkow, born in Oslo in 1918, carved a niche in cult cinema with his distinctive roles. He appears as a memorable character in The Stranglers of Bombay (1959), a film that exemplifies the gritty allure of exploitation cinema. His later work in Super Bitch (1973) showcases his versatility, navigating the provocative themes of the era. Lemkow's contributions to films like Fathom (1967) and Justine (1969) further solidify his place in the pantheon of cult film actors, bridging the gap between mainstream and underground cinema.
Justine
In Alexandria, in 1938, Darley, a young British schoolmaster and poet, makes friends through Pursewarden, the British consular officer, with Justine, the beautiful and mysterious wife of a Coptic banker. He observes the affairs of her heart and incidentally discovers that she is involved in a plot against the British, meant to arm the Jewish underground in Palestine. The plot finally fails, Justine is sent to jail and Darley decides to return to England.
