Born in 1921 in Rome, Italy, Piero Regnoli was a significant figure in Italian genre cinema, known for his work as both a director and writer. He directed The Playgirls and the Vampire (1960), a film that showcases his knack for blending horror with eroticism. Regnoli also penned the scripts for Lust of the Vampire (1957) and Psychout for Murder (1969), demonstrating his versatility across various genres. His contributions, particularly in the realm of horror and erotic thrillers, have left a lasting impact on cult cinema.
Lust of the Vampire
When four young women are found in Paris with the blood completely drained, the ambitious and snoopy journalist Pierre Lantin decides to investigate the cases of the killer known as The Vampire. Inspector Chantal does not approve Lantin’s behavior. Soon Pierre suspects that family Du Grand, who lives in an ancient castle, may be involved with the murders but Inspector Chantal does not give support to his investigations. Meanwhile Pierre avoids the harassment of Giselle du Grand, who is the niece of the wealthy matriarch of the family Margherita du Grand.
