Decampitated

Troma Entertainment. This company, one of the longest running independent film companies, is known for releasing cheesy B-Movies and otherwise un-marketable flicks that no big studio would even think of putting out. This beloved company has gained a huge cult following over the years. and is seemingly unstoppable. Toxie is now just as recognizable as Jason Voorhees. This company releases more good than bad, and truly cares about the fans. Today, I'm going to talk about one of my favorite films in the Troma canon: Decampitated.

Released in 1998 by Troma, this cabin in the woods slasher comedy was directed by D. Matt Cunningham and starred Ryan Lowery, and Mike Hart, among others. The flick follows seven friends who's nice camping trip turns into a bloody, and hilarious fight for survival.

Let me start off by saying this film looks fantastic. Word around the campfire (pun intended) is that the same camera used to film the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre was used for this movie. It's shot on 16mm and it gives the film real texture. It's grainy as hell and really adds to the more horror-y parts of the movie. I was really into the look of the movie.

The effects are also top notch considering the modest budget. The kill scenes are bloody and will satisfy any gore hound. The violence mostly played for laughs but that doesn't mean they aren't brutal. Throat slashing, decapitation, and fishing hooks in the ear make up this fairly gory flick.

The jokes hit more than they miss and they make the movie rise above most independent horror comedies. The characters are zany and the now trademark wacky Troma sound effects are as present as ever.The acting is solid and appropriately silly. Everyone looks like they had a good time while filming which is nice.If you haven't seen this flick, I highly suggest you check it out. It's funny, gory, and one of Troma's best!