Joseph Haggerty, an actor known for his contributions to cult cinema, appears in The Deadly Spawn (1983), a film that has garnered a dedicated following for its blend of horror and science fiction. In this film, Haggerty's performance adds to the unsettling atmosphere that defines the genre. He also stars in Cannibal Taboo (2006), further solidifying his place within the realm of exploitation films. Haggerty's work in these films exemplifies the raw energy and daring narratives that attract fans of the unconventional.
Cannibal Taboo
Cannibal Taboo tells the story of Janet, a young woman raised in the wilds of Africa who is rescued by explorer Cliff Hendricks. When Cliff contracts a rare blood disease, Janet must leave her jungle ways to care for her husband and their four children. The bulk of the plot occurs when the youngest son, Paul, is about to have his twenty-first birthday. His brother Luke, a successful professor, returns for the celebration. However, things are not so simple in the Hendricks household, since fourth sibling Matthew disappeared on his twenty-first. Moreover, Paul and his sister have an incestuous relationship, and Janet is harboring a terrible secret.
