Born in Lübeck in 1929, Horst Frank emerged as a notable figure in the realm of cult cinema, particularly during the late 1960s and early 1970s. He is recognized for his compelling performances in Marquis de Sade: Justine (1969) and So Sweet... So Perverse (1969), where he navigated the complex narratives of exploitation and erotic thrillers. Frank's versatility is further showcased in The Cat o' Nine Tails (1971) and The Grand Duel (1972), where he played characters that often blurred the lines between morality and depravity, solidifying his place in the annals of genre film history.
So Sweet... So Perverse
Jean, a rich Parisian socialite, comes to the aid of a frightened young woman (Nicole) who lives in the apartment below him who is under the domineering control of her abusive boyfriend, Klaus. Although he is married, Jean develops a romantic relationship with Nicole, not realizing that she and Klaus are involved in a plot to murder Jean for a $20,000.00 payoff. Nicole eventually falls in love with their intended victim, but Klaus kills Jean and burns his body in a car, making it look like he died in an accident. It transpires that Jean's wife Danielle conspired with Nicole to kill her rich husband, but when she begins to feel remorse, Nicole's ingenious plan moves into gear.
