Slaughter Tales
Slaughter Tales

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Slaughter Tales

2012
Movie
90 min
English

After a teen steals a VHS tape titled "Slaughter Tales" from a yard sale, he seals his fate by ignoring a ghostly apparition in his bath tub and watching the stolen tape. as the movie progresses, simple nightmares turn reality as evil is released from the tape.

Insights

IMDb4.2/10
Director: Patrick "Sleepy" McGeeGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends embarks on what they believe to be a fun camping trip in the remote wilderness. However, their journey takes a terrifying turn when they stumble upon a secluded cabin inhabited by a deranged, inbred family with a penchant for extreme violence. Trapped and hunted, the friends must fight for survival against their sadistic tormentors.

Critical Reception

Slaughter Tales is a low-budget independent horror film that gained a cult following among extreme horror enthusiasts. It is primarily recognized for its graphic violence and disturbing themes, often polarizing viewers and critics alike. While some praise its raw, no-holds-barred approach to horror, others find it gratuitously violent and lacking in narrative depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relentless gore and shock value.

  • Criticized for its thin plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • A divisive film, appealing mainly to fans of extreme and graphic horror.

Google audience: Audience reviews are largely split, with many appreciating the film's commitment to brutal horror and practical effects. However, a significant portion finds the excessive violence overwhelming and the storyline lacking.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a shoestring budget in a remote location, with many of the cast and crew contributing to various aspects of production beyond their primary roles.

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SlapAyoda

SlapAyoda

Awesomely bad(-ass) 2012 horror anthology film shot for $65 by a 14-year old filmmaker. Available now on VHS!