Colleen Riley

Colleen Riley is an American actress who gained recognition for her work in film and television during the late 1970s and early 1980s She is most notably remembered for her role as Melissa in Wes Cravens 1981 horror film Deadly Blessing In Deadly Blessing Riley portrayed Melissa a character caught within the unsettling atmosphere of a religious community and the films supernatural horror elements The film directed by the renowned Wes Craven has since garnered a cult following Rileys filmography also includes a role as Jane in the 1984 horror film The Hills Have Eyes Part II In addition to her film work Riley appeared in several television series including guest roles in Taxi Soap Breaking Away and Renegades Her career reflects a period of active work in both film and television during the late 1970s and early 1980s Information regarding her activity outside of this period is limited