Trailer War
Director: N/A
Actors: Joe Dante
PlotA compilation of explosive, over-the-top trailers from various vintage B-movies, this film strings together a dizzying array of cinematic previews, highlighting some of the most bizarre, outrageous, and obscure films from the grindhouse era. These trailers span multiple genres including horror, sci-fi, action, and exploitation, effectively capturing the wild and imaginative spirit of low-budget filmmaking. Each trailer is packed with sensational scenes intended to hook viewers with sex, violence, and audacious story hooks, serving as a time capsule of a unique period in cinema history.
As the barrage of trailers unfolds, the audience is treated to a relentless spectacle of wild premises, frantic editing, and outrageous special effects. The film is less of a narrative journey and more of an experiential dive into the realms of fantastical and often absurd storylines that thrived on late-night screenings and cult followings. With relentless energy and tongue-in-cheek commentary, it offers a nostalgic look both at the creativity and the excess of a bygone film era, making it a must-watch for aficionados of genre cinema and lovers of cinematic oddities.
Writers: N/A
Release Date: 18 Dec 2012
Runtime: 113 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: United States
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
Trailer War
Blu-ray Review
Score: 45
'Trailer War' is a charismatically chaotic treasure trove of vintage film trailers, enhanced by expert commentary and authentic picture quality—highly recommended.