This film was actually made in 1986 (although I've read it was actually shot in 1985) but not released until 1990 as there were censorship problems as to the graphic nature of the film's proceedings. The film is loosely based on the lives of real life serial killers Henry Lee Lucas and Ottis Toole. Henry lives with …
Continue reading Day 25- 31 Days of Halloween- Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986)
A documentary recalling the rise and fall and rise again of the slasher film genre. Whilst the main players are here (John Carpenter, Wes Craven, Sean Cunningham) there aren't any major revelations or anecdotes that haven't been heard before. Also key works are omitted that had an influence on the genre- where is Blood Feast? This doc is …
Continue reading Going To Pieces – Day 23 – 31 Days of Halloween
I first saw Leigh Bowery in the late 80s. I was at the cinema when a commercial for Pepe Jeans was played featuring Leigh. This advert which only lasted about 2 minutes left such an indelible impression. I first saw the documentary The Legend of Leigh Bowery about five years ago and again was gobsmacked. …
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