Eva Axén, born in Sweden, emerged as a distinctive presence in the 1970s European film scene. She is known for her roles in Suspiria (1977), where she navigates the eerie world of a ballet academy, and 'Tis Pity She's a Whore (1971), which explores themes of desire and betrayal. Her work in The Golden Mass (1975) further cements her connection to the realm of cult and exploitation cinema, where her performances resonate with the genre's unique aesthetic and storytelling style.
The Golden Mass
Erotic psycho-sexual arthouse drama with strong religious and surrealistic elements follows David and Helene, a rich unhappy middle-aged couple stuck in a stale sexless marriage who live with their numerous household staff in her family's stylish Art Nouveau chateau on the outskirts of Paris, France. One evening, they invite their circle of close and attractive friends to a dinner party