Launched by Ray Murray, founder of TLA Releasing and Artsploitation Films, Cinephobia Releasing is dedicated to presenting the most eye-opening genre and LGBTQ+ movies from around the world. The label is admittedly schizophrenic: offering both controversial, often sexually provocative dramas, edgy thrillers and uncompromising horror while also showcasing some of the best LGBTQ+ romances and dramas. Expect the unexpected.
In 1976, a group of people in the desert for a photo shoot stumble upon an abandoned town called Savage. But they are not alone. A family of masked psychopaths have claimed Savage as their own and are hell-bent on living up to its name.
directed by: Marcel Walz
starring: Adriane McLean, Sarah French, Gigi Gustin, Dazelle Yvette, Adam Bucci, Mark Justice
2025 / 105 min / 2.35:1 / English DTS-HD 5.1
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Overall rating: 4.596774 / 5 from 62 reviews.
The limited edition slipcover for the movie 'Brute 1976' is highly praised for its fantastic extras, cool looks, and engaging dialogue. While some customers appreciated the overall appearance, others had mixed feelings about the camera movement.
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"Artwork is better than the film, but you can do a lot worse as far as 70s slasher homages. I think if you liked the Texas Chainsaw and Hills Have Eyes remakes, you’ll have fun with this, even if it’s nowhere near as good. Decent amount of extras in hand and again, that artwork!"
"As a slasher enthusiast, there's so much to like about Brute 1976. The production values are expensive looking despite the budget and the acting better than average. The extras let us in on the joy the filmmakers had making it. I only wish the feature was as fun to watch. It really comes down to tone. Is it a campy retro-pastiche? Is it a self-aware meta-slasher? Is it a dark comedy/social satire? There are a lot of good ideas but none of them come together in a compelling way. But it looks great, like a less-tryhard Rob Zombie joint and it's forward thinking enough to feature a Black final girl as well as two villains. The slip is wonderfully nasty (and down to 87 copies if you're thinking of grabbing one). A fun one to watch with friends but I'm not sure how well it might hold up with repeated viewings."
"For my full detailed review of Brute 1976, see my entry on Letterboxd: @M4N14K No Leatherface? No deal! I viewed this film on the Brute 1976 Vinegar Syndrome Blu-ray Limited Edition physical media release and it is the same great premium level of packaging and presentation that you’ve come to expect from the generic releases of this boutique label. No other brand beats Vinegar Syndrome at the cardboard game and this great slipcover is no exception to the consistently fantastic artwork and component quality this company produces."
"Throwback to the horror movies of the seventies like the hills have eyes and Texas chainsaw. A loving homage with a decent amount of gory kills. Comes with loads of on disc extras like interviews and a commentary. Mine came with w nifty slip cover."
"Top-notch flick which pays homage to TCM and 'The Hills Have Eyes' while still maintaining its own identity. One of the best new horror films I've seen in quite a while."
"This is a movie that is a true callback to those classic 1970 grindhouse, exploitation movies. Yes, the patient could have been done better and some of it is ridiculous, but if you love gory, crazy schlock. You got to check out this movie."
"Excellent kills and practical effects! Check out this flick if you like films in the vein of Texas Chainsaw"
"I enjoyed this one worth checking out if you havent seen it"
"Reminiscent of Texas Chainsaw massacre and The Hills Have Eyes with excessive gore and practical effects"
"Did a good job on the makeup gore and 70's feel, but tried too hard at aping things from other better films"
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