Carolyn Purdy-Gordon, an influential figure in 1980s cult cinema, made her mark with memorable performances in films like Re-Animator (1985) and From Beyond (1986). Born in the era of practical effects and innovative horror, she embodies the unique blend of science fiction and terror that defines these classics. In Dolls (1987), she further showcases her ability to navigate the eerie and surreal, while her role in Robot Jox (1989) highlights her versatility in genre filmmaking. Purdy-Gordon's contributions to these films solidify her place in the pantheon of cult cinema.
Robot Jox
50 years after a nuclear war, the two superpowers handle territorial disputes in a different way. Each fields a giant robot to fight one-on-one battles in official matches, each piloted by a man inside, known as robot jockeys or jox. The contest for possession of Alaska will be fought by two of the best. The conscientious Achilles fights for the Americans. Opposing him is a Russian, Alexander.
