Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film
This historical and critical look at slasher films, which includes dozens of clips, begins with Halloween, Friday the 13th, and Prom Night. The films' directors, writers, producers, and special effects creators comment on the films' making and success. During the Reagan years, the films get gorier, budgets get smaller, and their appeal wanes. Then, Nightmare on Elm Street revives the genre. Jump to the late 90s, when Scream brings humor and TV stars into the mix.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Oct 13, 2006
Runtime
1h 28m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
68%
Original Title
Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film
Production Companies
Starz Entertainment, Candy Heart Productions
Director
Jeff McQueen
Description
This historical and critical look at slasher films, which includes dozens of clips, begins with Halloween, Friday the 13th, and Prom Night. The films' directors, writers, producers, and special effects creators comment on the films' making and success. During the Reagan years, the films get gorier, budgets get smaller, and their appeal wanes. Then, Nightmare on Elm Street revives the genre. Jump to the late 90s, when Scream brings humor and TV stars into the mix.
