William Herbert, a shadowy figure in cult cinema, directed, wrote, and acted in Warlock Moon (1973), a low-budget horror film that has captivated audiences with its eerie atmosphere. Filmed in abandoned California locations, this psychedelic thriller showcases Herbert's unique vision, crafted under the pseudonym John Sykes. Despite his brief foray into filmmaking, his enigmatic presence lingers, leaving behind a singular work that continues to intrigue genre enthusiasts. Herbert's disappearance from the film scene adds an additional layer to the mystique surrounding Warlock Moon, making it a true gem of exploitation cinema.
Warlock Moon
A young college student believes she had seen ghosts when she first visited an abandoned spa with an unknown companion who had accosted her and "accidentally" driven her there. When she goes there to meet him the second time she ends up the victim of cannibals.