West Buchanan, born in October 1934, made his mark in cult cinema with notable roles in Ring of Darkness (1979) and To All a Goodnight (1980). Before breaking through in the late 1970s, he spent years as a stuntman and extra in Italian films, often credited as Buck West. In Ring of Darkness, he contributes to the film's eerie atmosphere, while in To All a Goodnight, he navigates the campy thrills of holiday horror. Buchanan's journey reflects the quirky spirit of exploitation cinema, bridging his early experiences with his later, more recognized roles.
Ring of Darkness
Once a Satanist who surrendered her soul and body to the devil himself, Carlotta Rhodes begins to regret her tryst with Lucifer when her teenage daughter, Daria, starts showing the evil influence of dear old Dad. Convinced that she can stop the devil's power on earth, Carlotta calls upon an exorcist for help.
