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The Salivation Army
A tale of blood, sex, spit, spunk and cult recruitment. “This Is the Salivation Army” was, in his own words, a queer pagan punk publication produced by Scott Treleaven from 1996-1999. The film tracks the rise and demise of Treleaven's zine and the strange cult it spawned.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends stumbles upon a bizarre and cult-like organization that worships a god of salvation through cannibalism. As they delve deeper, they uncover the horrifying rituals and twisted beliefs of the group, finding themselves in a desperate fight for survival against the fanatical followers.
Critical Reception
The Salivation Army is a low-budget independent horror-comedy that garnered a cult following among fans of extreme and unconventional cinema. While widely panned by mainstream critics for its graphic content and rough production values, it has been praised by its niche audience for its dark humor and unique premise.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its audacious and offensive humor.
Criticized for its excessive gore and low production quality.
Seen as a niche film for fans of extreme horror-comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception is scarce and largely unquantified for this obscure film. What little exists suggests it is a polarizing watch, appealing only to those who appreciate its shock value and dark, unconventional humor.
Fun Fact
The film was made on an extremely low budget, with much of the cast and crew being friends of the director, and many scenes being shot in and around their own homes.
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