Slash Dance
Director: James Shyman
Actors: Cindy Ferda, James Carroll Jordan, J. Buzz Von Ornsteiner
PlotIn a city notorious for its bustling nightlife and vibrant theater scene, a mysterious serial killer emerges, targeting dance performers in a small yet ambitious theater company. The theater is preparing for an upcoming big performance that is expected to revive their dwindling fortunes. The killings start to interfere with their preparations, and panic sets in among the dancers and actors, fearing they might be the next victims. The case is handed to Detective Tony Marks, a gritty investigator with a reputation for solving tough cases. He soon realizes that the key to unraveling the murder spree might lie within the theater's closely-knit community itself. Marks embeds himself into the world of sequins and choreography, where rivalries simmer and secrets abound.
Amid the chaos of rehearsals, the performers, led by the determined and resourceful lead actress Tess, struggle to maintain their composure. As Detective Marks delves further, Tess becomes a reluctant ally, helping him navigate the intricate personal dynamics backstage. Meanwhile, paranoia grows as everyone becomes a suspect, highlighting both the camaraderie and tensions that bind the cast together. Marks pursues tenuous leads, finds hidden agendas, and uncovers dark pasts among the theater's inhabitants. With each revelation and twist, the threat intensifies, creating an atmosphere of fear that permeates every corner of the theater. As the pressure mounts to unmask the murderer before opening night, both Marks and Tess must confront their fears and make a desperate bid to save their community from being decimated.
Writers: James Shyman
Release Date: 29 Apr 1994
Runtime: 83 min
Rating: N/A
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Slash Dance parodies '80s slasher and performance films with intentional humor, making for a watchable journey despite source limitations.
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