Henri Lambert, a French actor, made his mark in the realm of cult cinema with his roles in The Pariah (1972) and Oasis of the Zombies (1982). In The Pariah, he navigates a gritty narrative that reflects the era's fascination with exploitation themes. Lambert's work in Oasis of the Zombies further solidifies his connection to the genre, as he embodies characters that resonate with the film's cult following. His performances contribute to the enduring allure of grindhouse cinema, making him a notable figure in the SassyFlix catalog.
The Pariah
Episodic portrait of a criminal, from 1934 until after the war. Roberto Borgo is tough, cool, sardonic, loyal, and deadly. He comes to Marseilles to help his friend Xavier Saratov get out of jail, first killing a local brothel and casino boss to take over the businesses, and, with the help of Xavier's sister, Georgia, amass money for Xavier's defense. Xavier loses in court, so Roberto gets himself thrown in prison to be with his friend. Escape proves futile, but they are pardoned in exchange for working as sappers. After the war, Xavier is a bitter cripple, but Roberto remains detached, extorting ownership of a casino, which puts his friends at risk. Does he care?
