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An uptight military school gets a dose of hippie-infused rebellion when a group of students gather in support of the 1960s uprising going on around them. When a few students decide to bring the more liberal, artsy side of the revolution onto campus, they face opposition from much of the school's staff.
A group of college students heads to a remote cabin for a party weekend, unaware that the cabin is rumored to be haunted by the ghost of a previous owner who met a grisly end. Their revelry turns into a fight for survival as supernatural events and escalating tensions threaten to destroy them.
Released in 1980, 'Getting Wasted' is a low-budget independent horror-comedy that has garnered a cult following over the years, particularly among fans of cheesy 80s slashers. While it received minimal mainstream attention upon its initial release and was largely overlooked, it has since been appreciated for its campy charm and unpretentious approach to its genre elements.
Appreciated for its early 80s B-movie aesthetic and blend of humor and horror.
Seen as a fun, albeit cheesy, entry into the slasher subgenre of the era.
Often noted for its practical effects and over-the-top performances.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this cult film, but those available tend to focus on its nostalgic value and its appeal as a lighthearted horror flick rather than a serious cinematic achievement.
The film was shot on 16mm film, contributing to its grainy, distinctive visual style that has become part of its cult appeal.
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1960s set comedy about Kerwin being forced to attend a straitlaced military school lbut being tempted by a pretty hippie girl. Although at times it falls back on clichés of the genre, it has a dynamite soundtrack, beginning with “For What I...