Eartha Kitt, born in 1927, carved a niche in the world of cult cinema with her captivating performances. In St. Louis Blues (1958), she embodies the spirit of the blues, bringing her distinctive vocal style to the screen. Kitt also stars in Friday Foster (1975), where she plays a pivotal role that highlights her versatility as an actress. Her contributions to the genre extend to Up the Chastity Belt (1972) and the Dragonard films (1987), where her presence adds a layer of intrigue to these unique narratives.
Master of Dragonard Hill
In the 18th-century British Caribbean colony of St. Joseph's, decadent and hedonistic aristocrats rule with an iron fist and terrorize slaves and suspected criminals with a painful whip called the "dragonard."
