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The Schlock Pit

The home of film critics Matty Budrewicz and Dave Wain who, for the best part of a decade, have parlayed their shared, lifelong obsession with horror, B-movies, and direct-to-video shenanigans into a writing career.

Category: Retrospectives

Twenty Dollar Star (1990): Leder of the Pack

A stalwart of the independent movie scene for three decades, Dave’s decided it’s time Paul Leder finally gets the recognition he deserves — and where better to start than with this barely acknowledged masterpiece? Featuring a few quick words with actress Rebecca Holden.… Read More Twenty Dollar Star (1990): Leder of the Pack

November 30, 2022December 17, 2022 Dave WainLeave a comment

Detour (1990): A Wrong Turn

Dave charts the fascinating history of a barely-seen remake of a noir classic.… Read More Detour (1990): A Wrong Turn

November 22, 2022 Dave WainLeave a comment

The Intruder Within (1981): Alien Elegy

Matty unearths a small screen sci-fi horror and chronicles the heartbreakingly short lives of its three key creatives. … Read More The Intruder Within (1981): Alien Elegy

November 20, 2022 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Mini Mayhem — Little Devils: The Birth (1993)

Director George Pavlou and scripter Elliott Stein tell Dave the gory story of their horror flick’s troubled making.… Read More Mini Mayhem — Little Devils: The Birth (1993)

October 31, 2022October 30, 2022 Dave WainLeave a comment

Liar’s Edge (1992): Falling Down

Matty dives into Ron Oliver’s flawed but hugely enjoyable thriller. … Read More Liar’s Edge (1992): Falling Down

October 23, 2022 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Fighter Pilot: Irresistible Force (1993)

Everyone loves Cynthia Rothrock. Well, everyone except CBS as Dave discovers with this look at Lady Dragon’s failed dalliance with primetime TV. Featuring an interview with scripter Carleton Eastlake!… Read More Fighter Pilot: Irresistible Force (1993)

October 13, 2022October 13, 2022 Dave Wain1 Comment

Ravenhawk (1996): Albert Goes Down Swingin’

Matty explores one of Albert Pyun’s most criminally overlooked movies and details the impact its difficult making had on the helmer.… Read More Ravenhawk (1996): Albert Goes Down Swingin’

October 3, 2022August 31, 2023 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Get Outta My Screams, Get Into Your Car: Jacker (1993)

Dave chats to SOV icon Phil Herman about one of his most notorious offerings. … Read More Get Outta My Screams, Get Into Your Car: Jacker (1993)

October 1, 2022 Dave WainLeave a comment

Lords Above! When Traci Met Gary: Aroused (1985), Young & Restless II (1985), and Suzie Superstar II (1985)

Dave chronicles a regrettable chapter in the porn industry through the prism of Gary Graver.… Read More Lords Above! When Traci Met Gary: Aroused (1985), Young & Restless II (1985), and Suzie Superstar II (1985)

September 27, 2022October 6, 2024 Dave WainLeave a comment

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