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The Burning (1981)
Directed by Tony Maylam
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Overview
A caretaker at a summer camp is burned when a prank goes tragically wrong. After several years of intensive treatment at hospital, he is released back into society, albeit missing some social skills. What follows is a bloody killing spree with the caretaker making his way back to his old stomping ground to confront one of the youths that accidentally burned him.
Rated R | Length 91 minutes
Actors
Brian Matthews | Leah Ayres | Brian Backer | Larry Joshua | Jason Alexander | Ned Eisenberg | Carrick Glenn | Carolyn Houlihan | Fisher Stevens | Lou David | Shelley Bruce | Sarah Chodoff | Bonnie Deroski | Holly Hunter | Kevi Kendall | K.C. Townsend | John Tripp | Mansoor Najee-ullah | Jerry McGee
Viewing History (seen 1 time)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2020 | TV | Streaming | Video on Demand | 5 stars |
| (Average) 5 stars |
Viewing Notes
Very much a FRIDAY THE 13TH knockoff, so not sure why it’s considered a cult classic. Interesting cast of pre-fame actors like Jason Alexander, Fisher Stevens, Brian Backer and Holly Hunter.
Savini’s work, as usual, is the standout here. The raft scene in particular is full of bloody mayhem.
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