Wuchak
A killer is on the loose in Texarkana in 1946
The Texarkana Moonlight Murders and the ensuing investigation that took place from late February to early May, 1946, are chronicled with the names changed and details altered for dramatic purposes. Ben Johnson plays a renowned Texas Ranger on the case and Andrew Prine a formidable deputy sheriff. Dawn Wells shows up in the last act.
The Town that Dreaded Sundown (1976) is a crime docudrama that could be designated as an early slasher even though its based on a true story. The sack the killer wears on his head was the inspiration for the mask Jason dons in Friday 13th: Part 2 (1981).
Along with The Legend of Boggy Creek (1972) and Grayeagle (1977), this was one of B-film director ...