Born in 1946, Max Thayer emerged as a notable figure in the realm of cult cinema, particularly during the 1970s and 1980s. He is best known for his roles in Ilsa, Harem Keeper of the Oil Sheiks (1976) and Planet of Dinosaurs (1977), where he showcased his ability to navigate the outrageous and often provocative narratives characteristic of exploitation films. Thayer also appeared in Hot Ice (1978) and The Story of the Dolls (1984), further cementing his presence in the grindhouse genre. His performances in these films contribute to the unique tapestry of cult cinema that SassyFlix celebrates.
The Story of the Dolls
A young village teacher Lee Sentai saves in the Philippines the photographer Tom, who got on his yacht in a typhoon, and then goes with his invitation to Manila, where she became (with his help of course) the well-known fashion model, the star of many erotic magazines. This softporn film features the body of Tetchie Agbayani (who gained recognition after a German Playboy layout) in various erotic and sexual acts, strung together by a thin story about her leaving the Philippine countryside to model in the big city and then finding out she really belongs back home again.
