Hush...Hush, Sweet Charlotte/Moro Witch Doctor (1964) in the PNW

Details: Written by: Mortado; Category: The 1960s in Northwest Cinemas

This is a collection of media from the initial runs of "Hush...Hush, Sweet Charlotte" (1964) in the Pacific Northwest. "Moro Witch Doctor" rounded off this double-bill.

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Hush...Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964)
“Hush…Hush, Sweet Charlotte” is a captivating tale set in the grandeur of the South, where family secrets and old wounds converge. The film follows Charlotte Hollis, a woman of wealth and status who has become a recluse in her family’s decaying Louisiana mansion. Haunted by a scandalous past and the unsolved mystery surrounding the death of her lover, Charlotte’s life is further disrupted by the government’s plans to demolish her home for a new highway project. In a desperate bid to preserve her sanctuary, she calls upon her cousin for assistance. As they confront the past and the encroaching future, the mansion’s oppressive atmosphere intensifies, leading to a series of eerie events that threaten to unravel the very fabric of Charlotte’s reality. This psychological thriller weaves a complex web of intrigue, with a rich atmosphere that captures the essence of Southern Gothic storytelling.

Director: Robert Aldrich
Writers: Henry Farrell, Lukas Heller
Stars: Bette Davis, Olivia de Havilland, Joseph Cotten
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Moro Witch Doctor (1964)
“Moro Witch Doctor” is an adventure film that transports viewers to the lush landscapes of the Philippines, where danger and mystery lurk in the shadows of an opium plantation. The story unfolds with the arrival of Jefferson Stark, a CIA agent tasked with investigating the puzzling double homicide of two American plantation owners. As Stark delves deeper into the case, he encounters Paula Cameron, the sister of one of the victims, who becomes an ally in his quest for truth. Together, they uncover a web of deceit involving local drug smuggling and a fanatical cult led by a charismatic leader known as Datu Sumlang. With each twist and turn, Stark and Paula navigate through a maze of treachery and betrayal, where friends become foes and the line between good and evil blurs. Set against a backdrop of political intrigue and cultural conflict, “Moro Witch Doctor” is a gripping tale of suspense that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Director: Eddie Romero
Writer: Eddie Romero
Stars: Jock Mahoney, Margia Dean, Pancho Magalona

March 16, 1965 ad (Portland)