A fake studio's real tragedy becomes comedy gold—Hollywood's most elaborate inside joke.
In 1984, a massive fire destroyed the entire 17-year output of an exploitation movie studio. But the recent discovery of eleven lost trailers sheds a light on this disrespected, long-forgotten B-movie factory, and the mogul at its center.
Writing
Deadpan absurdity that commits to every ridiculous detail.
Editing
Seamless fake archival craft—better than actual grindhouse trailers.
Acting
Critic cameos playing it straight, loving every second.
Director
Jason Bailey
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Director Jason Bailey also runs the essential film site Flavorwire, proving critics make the best pranksters.
The film parodies actual lost-film documentaries like 'Lost in La Mancha,' making cinephiles the ultimate punchline.
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