The She-Creature

In this cult horror classic, a mysterious hypnotist unleashes his beautiful assistant into a prehistoric sea monster from a past life, allowing him to commit murders and wreak havoc on an amusement park. The film's blend of supernatural mystery and creature feature is elevated by the impressive work of master make-up artist Paul Blaisdell, who created the iconic "Cuddles" costume that has become a staple of science fiction horror. With its blend of fantasy, romance, and crime elements, The She-Creature (1956) is a fascinating and unsettling relic from AIP's golden era of exploitation cinema.