In "The Devil's Sleep,” a con man named Umberto Scalli is using a “women’s health spa” as a front for a drug ring. He deals to women as well as teenagers. The local law enforcement is aware but they are only able to shut everything down after the judge’s daughter is blackmailed. Amber and Mike give some perspective on the reasons this film (and others) were made and how it fit into American culture and values at the time. Title: The Devil's Sleep Director: W. Merle Connell IMDB Rating: 4.0 out of 10 Rating: Unrated Length: 1 hour and 12 minutes Content warnings: Drug use, Diet culture, Suicide, Racism, Being drugged against your will 5th Edition Character: Scalli, a crime boss who offers drugs that create a haste effect but cause exhaustion afterward, with an addictive quality that ensures his clients come back for more. Learn more at World of Welstar: Twitter: @WorldofWelstar Instagram: @world_of_welstar Facebook: @worldofwelstar Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talien Buy the 50 movie set: https://amzn.to/3Nj5PGn These show notes contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, Mal and Tal Enterprises, LLC may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.