An Evening of Troma-tainment with Lloyd Kaufman
An Evening of Troma-tainment with Lloyd Kaufman

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An Evening of Troma-tainment with Lloyd Kaufman

2012
Movie
30 min
English

Lloyd Kaufman from Troma sits down for a Q&A at The Prince Charles Cinema in London on the evening of a Troma Triple-bill.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Lloyd KaufmanGenres: Documentary, Comedy

Plot Summary

This documentary offers a behind-the-scenes look at the infamous Troma Entertainment, as founder Lloyd Kaufman takes audiences on a tour of his cinematic universe. It features interviews with cast and crew, clips from Troma's cult classic films, and Kaufman's unique brand of humor. The film explores the philosophy and longevity of Troma, a studio known for its low-budget, controversial, and often outrageous B-movies.

Critical Reception

As a documentary focused on a niche and often polarizing film studio, 'An Evening of Troma-tainment' received moderate attention primarily within cult film circles. Reviews generally acknowledged its access to Kaufman and the Troma archives, often praising its unfiltered look at the studio's operations and its passionate fanbase. However, some critics noted its self-promotional aspects and the expectedly chaotic and often crude nature of the content, which is par for the course with Troma productions.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a candid and humorous insight into the Troma brand of filmmaking.

  • Appreciated by Troma fans for its access to Lloyd Kaufman and the studio's history.

  • Some viewers may find the content to be excessively crude and self-indulgent.

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Fun Fact

Lloyd Kaufman famously created the 'Toxic Avenger' character, which has spawned multiple sequels, a comic book series, and a stage musical, becoming Troma's most iconic creation.

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