As a slasher fan for the majority of my life (my first theatrical horror was 'Jason Goes to Hell' at the age of 6), I thought 'Going to Pieces' would be a fascinating look into the subgenre. I was right.
Sampling through dozens of different slashers from all different levels and featuring a collection of some of the best and most influential filmmakers in the slasher subgenre (and other sectors of horror), 'Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film' manages to be simultaneously informative and entertaining. Also, it helped out with a few slasher recommendations for those looking.
There are a few problems, however. The editing is spotty, and often just bad. Also, as far as the subject material goes, it really could've and should've gone a little deeper, especially when you have that many great minds of horror in one place. Experienced horror fans won't find a lot of new information, but it is nice having it delivered in a compiled form.
Overall, if you're looking for a simple & informative documentary on the history of the slasher flick, this is a good film to see.
Final Verdict: 8/10.
NOTE - If you have not seen the films listed below and do not want them spoiled, I would highly suggest staying away until you do:
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Sampling through dozens of different slashers from all different levels and featuring a collection of some of the best and most influential filmmakers in the slasher subgenre (and other sectors of horror), 'Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film' manages to be simultaneously informative and entertaining. Also, it helped out with a few slasher recommendations for those looking.
There are a few problems, however. The editing is spotty, and often just bad. Also, as far as the subject material goes, it really could've and should've gone a little deeper, especially when you have that many great minds of horror in one place. Experienced horror fans won't find a lot of new information, but it is nice having it delivered in a compiled form.
Overall, if you're looking for a simple & informative documentary on the history of the slasher flick, this is a good film to see.
Final Verdict: 8/10.
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NOTE - If you have not seen the films listed below and do not want them spoiled, I would highly suggest staying away until you do:
- 'April Fool's Day' (1986)
- 'Carrie' (1976)
- 'Friday the 13th' (1980)
- 'Graduation Day' (1981)
- 'Halloween' (1978)
- 'Happy Birthday to Me' (1981)
- 'Last House on the Left' (1972)
- 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' (1984)
- 'Scream' (1996)
- 'Sleepaway Camp' (1983)
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