Personal Foul
Personal Foul

Personal Foul

1987Movie96 minEnglish

A warm and heartfelt tale of a drifter who is befriended by a kind hearted grade school teacher.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Mark HerrierGenres: Horror, Comedy, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of young adults rent a secluded cabin for a weekend getaway, only to discover that a mysterious killer is picking them off one by one. As panic sets in, they must try to identify the murderer among them before it's too late. The film blends slasher tropes with dark humor as the body count rises.

Critical Reception

Personal Foul is a low-budget independent horror film that garnered a cult following among fans of 80s slasher movies. While not critically acclaimed upon release, its B-movie charm and blend of gore and comedy have earned it a place in the genre's history.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its self-aware humor and slasher genre parody.
  • Noted for its low-budget production values but enjoyable for its campy elements.
  • Appreciated by fans for its creative kills and memorable characters within the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive among cult horror fans who appreciate its B-movie aesthetic and blend of humor and scares. Some viewers find the plot predictable, but the film's charm often wins them over.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a shoestring budget in and around the director's hometown of Pleasantville, New Jersey.

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