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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.

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Bauer Power: The Tomb (1986)

Matty cracks open Fred Olen Ray’s softly spooky gem. … Read More Bauer Power: The Tomb (1986)

August 5, 2020June 22, 2023 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Until The Fear Stopped: Relentless I – IV

Matty takes a retrospective stroll with William Lustig’s stellar serial killer flick and its three succulent sequels. … Read More Until The Fear Stopped: Relentless I – IV

July 23, 2020December 8, 2022 Matty Budrewicz2 Comments

Feelin’ Hot, Hot, Hot: Solar Attack (2006)

Matty basks in the glow of Paul Ziller’s gripping and enjoyable disaster flick. … Read More Feelin’ Hot, Hot, Hot: Solar Attack (2006)

April 22, 2020April 21, 2020 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

Militia (2000): Character, Excitement & Slickly Utilised Stock Footage

Matty gives some love to Jim Wynorski’s thrilling cut of B-action.… Read More Militia (2000): Character, Excitement & Slickly Utilised Stock Footage

March 31, 2020August 9, 2022 Matty Budrewicz2 Comments

Strength Together, Strength Alone: Armed Response (1986) & Cyclone (1987)

Matty takes a deeper look at Fred Olen Ray’s classic CineTel actioners.… Read More Strength Together, Strength Alone: Armed Response (1986) & Cyclone (1987)

March 23, 2020April 11, 2025 Matty BudrewiczLeave a comment

From Swords to Schlockery: John Terlesky on His Path to the Director’s Chair

From the vault of Zombie Hamster: Dave’s 2016 natter with the Deathstalker himself. … Read More From Swords to Schlockery: John Terlesky on His Path to the Director’s Chair

January 3, 2020July 12, 2022 Dave WainLeave a comment

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