Butts Motel
Butts Motel

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Butts Motel

1988
Movie
Adult · 18+
80 min
English

There's someone in the attic. But they're not killing anyone. They're just skewering them...right in the shower. In the bed. On the floor. But always where you like it most. Butts Motel. Where the porch light is always on. And the back door is always open.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: David W. DoremusGenres: Horror, Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of college students on a road trip find themselves stranded at a creepy, isolated motel with a sinister owner and a dark past. As strange occurrences and unsettling disappearances plague their stay, they begin to suspect the motel is more than just a rundown establishment. They must uncover the truth behind the motel's horrors before they become its next victims.

Critical Reception

Butts Motel is a cult independent horror film that gained a following for its unique blend of low-budget scares and dark humor. While not a critical darling upon release, it has since been appreciated by fans of campy horror for its distinctive style and memorable, albeit amateurish, performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its cult appeal and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Noted for its quirky blend of horror and comedy.

  • Criticized for its low production values and uneven pacing.

Google audience: Audience reception for Butts Motel is limited, but it is generally regarded as a niche cult film within the horror community, appreciated for its B-movie charm and unique premise.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily in and around the director's hometown in Oregon, utilizing local resources and aspiring actors.

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