Duane Jones, born in 1936, made a significant impact on the horror genre with his role as Ben in Night of the Living Dead (1968), a film that redefined the zombie narrative. His performance brought depth to a character navigating a world of chaos, making him a key figure in cult cinema. Jones also appeared in Ganja & Hess (1973), where he further explored themes of identity and survival. Beyond acting, he contributed to the arts as the director of the Maguire Theater at SUNY Old Westbury, leaving a lasting legacy in both film and theater.
To Die For
L.A. real estate agent Kate Wooten gets a new lease on life when she learns that her new client, a mysterious and handsome man named Vlad, is looking for a house isolated in the Hollywood Hills where he wants to live and doesn't want to be disturbed. It doesn't take long for Kate to fall in love with her new client and to learn that he's a real vampire.
