The Burning
Tony Maylam
(1981)
A caretaker at a summer camp is burned when a prank goes tragically wrong. After several years of intensive treatment at hospital, he is released back into society, albeit missing some social skills. What follows is a bloody killing spree with the caretaker making his way back to his old stomping ground to confront one of the youths that accidentally burned him.
Cast
Michelle: Leah Ayres
Alfred: Brian Backer
Glazer: Larry Joshua
Dave: Jason AlexanderCrew
Synopsis
The Burning follows a group of campers who become targets of a disfigured former caretaker seeking revenge after a prank gone wrong. Set in a summer camp, the film builds tension as the killer stalks the group, leading to a series of violent confrontations.
Fun Facts
The film features early appearances by actors Jason Alexander and Holly Hunter. Its special effects were created by Tom Savini, who returned after missing Friday the 13th Part 2. The raft massacre scene is one of its most مشهور sequences.
Production Context
Directed by Tony Maylam and produced by Harvey Weinstein, the film was shot in New York. It aimed to compete with other camp-based slashers but distinguished itself with strong practical effects.
Reception
The Burning received mixed reviews but has since become a cult favorite, especially for its effects and atmosphere.
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