From the exhibition
El museo de los muertos
· 1970

Catalog Note: *Archivo Secreto* — Brigitte en Acción
This Spanish-language pulp serial by Lou Carrigan follows Brigitte Bierrenbach Montfort, alias "Baby," a CIA spy and international journalist of renowned talent. The opening chapter establishes her character through domestic comedy: while bathing and singing opera (poorly), she receives an urgent letter from London businessman Russ T. Gardner offering a lucrative partnership—ten thousand pounds sterling and a 50/50 profit split on a secret article series. Suspicious but intrigued, Brigitte travels to London via BOAC. Upon arrival at the Claridge Hotel, Gardner redirects her to the Watford Museum, a wax museum featuring historical figures. The narrative emphasizes Brigitte's professional competence, her playful rapport with colleague Frank Minello, and her instinctive caution regarding potential traps. The excerpt concludes as she enters the museum armed and observant, prepared for danger.
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