All Star Video
All Star Video

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All Star Video

1985
Movie
32 min
Japanese

A compilation of avant-garde artwork and talent of the mid to late 20th century hosted by Ryuichi Sakamoto.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Richard W. BarryGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

In this zany crime-comedy, a group of inept criminals attempt to pull off a heist at a video store. However, their plans are constantly derailed by a series of bizarre circumstances and their own incompetence. As the night progresses, the store becomes a chaotic battleground of bad decisions and escalating absurdity.

Critical Reception

All Star Video is a cult B-movie known more for its low-budget charm and eccentric premise than critical acclaim. It has gained a following among fans of unconventional genre films for its unique, albeit amateurish, execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its unpretentious, schlocky entertainment value.

  • Seen as a quirky, low-budget oddity with a distinct cult following.

  • Often cited for its sheer, unadulterated B-movie weirdness.

Google audience: Audience reception is limited due to the film's niche status, but those who seek out this cult classic often enjoy its bizarre humor and straightforward, no-frills approach to a heist premise.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for being one of Charles Band's early directorial efforts before he became a prolific producer of low-budget horror and sci-fi films.

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