The Las Vegas Strangler (1968)

A rediscovered gem in the proto-slasher genre, The Las Vegas Strangler follows the twisted journey of Jeff Murray, a deranged killer haunted by an unsettling fixation on his mother. As he navigates the dazzling yet sinister streets of Las Vegas, his dark impulses unleash a torrent of violence, painting the neon-lit city in blood. This chilling tale explores the depths of obsession and madness, offering a gritty glimpse into the psyche of a man driven to commit horrific acts against the backdrop of one of America's most vibrant locales.