This is a collection of media from the initial runs of "Lorna" (1964) in the Pacific Northwest.

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Lorna (1964)
“Lorna,” directed by Russ Meyer, is a dramatic exploration of desire and discontent set in a small, rural town. The film follows Lorna, a young woman trapped in a monotonous marriage with her hardworking husband, Jim. As Jim toils away at a salt mine, Lorna’s yearning for passion and fulfillment grows. Her life takes a dramatic turn when encountering an escaped convict, leading to intense and transformative events. The film delves into themes of power, freedom, and the complexities of human relationships, all set against raw emotion and rural simplicity.

Director: Russ Meyer
Writers: James Griffith, Russ Meyer
Stars: Lorna Maitland, Mark Bradley, James Rucker


May 5, 1965 ad (Portland)


May 3, 1965 blurb (Portland)


May 6, 1965 ad (Portland)


May 7, 1965 ad (Portland)


May 8, 1965 ad (Portland)


December 17, 1965 ad (Seattle)


Lorna (1964) poster

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