Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!/Motorpsycho! in the PNW

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

This is a collection of media from the initial runs of "Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!" and "Motorpsycho!" (1966) in the Pacific Northwest. "Faster..." doesn't seem to have made its way to Seattle until revival screenings decades later. At least "THE MOST ADULT FILM YOU WILL EVER SEE" played in Seattle. Interestingly, the original "Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!" title was too much for Portland media!

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Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill! (1965)
“Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!” is a 1966 cult classic directed by Russ Meyer. The film follows three fierce and rebellious go-go dancers—Varla, Rosie, and Billie—who embark on a wild and violent adventure through the California desert. High-speed car chases, intense confrontations, and criminal escapades mark their journey. As they encounter various characters along the way, their actions lead to unexpected twists and turns. The film is renowned for its bold portrayal of strong female characters, its provocative themes, and its unique blend of action and exploitation cinema. Despite its initial reception, it has gained a significant following and is celebrated for its influence on pop culture and its unapologetic style.

Director: Russ Meyer
Writers: Jackie Moran, Russ Meyer
Stars:Tura Satana, Haji, Lori Williams

Motorpsycho! (1965)
“Motorpsycho!” is a 1965 film directed by Russ Meyer, known for its gritty and intense portrayal of a motorcycle gang’s reign of terror. The story centers around a trio of violent bikers who wreak havoc in a small desert town. Their leader, a disturbed Vietnam War veteran, leads the gang in committing various heinous acts, including assault and murder. The plot thickens when a local veterinarian and his wife become victims of the gang’s brutality. Determined to seek justice, the veterinarian teams up with a resilient woman who has also suffered at the hands of the gang. Together, they embark on a relentless pursuit to bring the bikers to justice.

Director: Russ Meyer
Writers: Billy Sprague, Russ Meyer, James Griffith
Stars: Haji, Alex Rocco, Steve Oliver

May 13, 1966 ad (Portland)