Stanley Baker, born in 1928 in Wales, made significant contributions to cult cinema with his performances in films like A Lizard in a Woman's Skin (1971) and Zorro (1975). His portrayal of complex characters in the gritty landscapes of exploitation and genre films reflects his versatility as an actor. In Eva (1962), Baker navigates the murky waters of desire and obsession, while his role in The Butterfly Affair (1971) further cements his place in the realm of erotic thrillers. Baker's work continues to resonate within the cult film community, showcasing the depth and intrigue of his cinematic legacy.
A Lizard in a Woman's Skin
Carol Hammond, the sexually frustrated wife of a successful London lawyer, is having bizarre, erotic dreams about her uninhibited neighbour, Julia Durer, who presides over noisy, sex and drug filled parties in the house next door. One night, Carol dreams culminate in violent death and she wakes to find her nightmares have become reality - Julia has been murdered and Carol is the main suspect. Was she set up, or did she really do it?
