Born in 1917 in Elberon, New Jersey, Mel Ferrer made a significant impact in the realm of cult cinema with his roles in films like The Suspicious Death of a Minor (1975) and Eaten Alive (1976). His performances often straddled the line between mainstream and exploitation, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Ferrer's ability to navigate both American and European film landscapes is evident in his work, including Blood and Roses (1960) and The Pyjama Girl Case (1977), where he brought a unique gravitas to the often bizarre narratives of the genre.
Cock Crows at Eleven
Federico is a child-killer running from the law. Wounded, he is taken in by an 11 year old girl named Simona. Their strange love affair is interrupted by Simona's depressed, oversexed mother Vera, who concocts a plan with Federico to kill her wheelchair-bound, reclusive husband. Simona does not take kindly to this new relationship between Federico and Vera.
