T.V. Sphincter
T.V. Sphincter

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T.V. Sphincter

1987
Movie
118 min
English

The sequel to Film Threat founder Chris Gore's video mixtape Cathode Fuck, T.V. Sphincter focuses more on death, sex, and the bizarre, similar in style to a Mondo/Death film.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: A.T.V. ProducerGenres: Comedy, Satire

Plot Summary

A mockumentary-style comedy that humorously critiques the British television industry during the 1980s. It follows the behind-the-scenes chaos and absurdity of creating a fictional television channel, highlighting the eccentric personalities and questionable programming decisions.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its satirical edge and comedic performances, particularly from the cast of The Comic Strip Presents... However, some found its humor to be too niche or repetitive. It's largely remembered as a cult classic for fans of British sketch comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp satire of the television industry.

  • Lauded for its anarchic humor and ensemble cast.

  • Some found the humor hit-or-miss and the plot less cohesive.

Google audience: Audience reception is difficult to gauge due to its cult status and limited mainstream release, but generally, viewers appreciate its unique brand of British surrealism and commentary on media.

Fun Fact

T.V. Sphincter was a spin-off from the popular Channel 4 sketch comedy series, The Comic Strip Presents...

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