Joe De Santis, born in 1909 in New York City, is best known for his role in The Unholy Wife (1957), where he delivers a compelling performance that fits the film's exploration of betrayal and obsession. With a career spanning radio, television, and film, De Santis was a versatile character actor who brought depth to his roles, often portraying suave heavies and emotional leads. His work in cult cinema adds a unique layer to the genre, making him a noteworthy figure in the landscape of exploitation films.
The Unholy Wife
Wealthy vintner Paul Hochen meets blonde bombshell Phyllis in a bar...and marries her. In due course, Phyllis is bored by Paul, and finds an exciting new lover in rodeo rider San. To adjust matters, she forms a murderous scheme, which seems to be going wrong...or is it? Will irony intervene in time to thwart a seemingly perfect crime?
