The Stuff
Larry Cohen
(1985)
Amalgamated Dairies hires David Rutherford, an FBI man turned industrial saboteur, to investigate a popular new product called “the Stuff,” a new dessert product that is blowing ice cream sales out of the water. Nobody knows how it’s made or what’s in it, but people are lining up to buy it. It's got a delicious flavor to die for!
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Overview and Horror Legacy
It has since gained a cult following, particularly among fans of unconventional horror films. The Stuff received mixed reviews at the time of its release, with some critics appreciating its satire while others found it uneven.
Collector Market and Memorabilia
Larry Cohen's addictive white substance that empties its consumers from the inside — the advertising parody and the consumer culture satire operate alongside practical effects on Stuff-possessed victims. Cohen's political intelligence and the film's commitment to its metaphor give it staying power beyond exploitation.
Cult Status
Produced on a modest budget, The Stuff relied heavily on practical effects to depict the substance and its behavior. The Stuff received mixed reviews at the time of its release, with some critics appreciating its satire while others found it uneven. It has since gained a cult following, particularly among fans of unconventional horror films.
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Horror Legacy
Have they ever produced ice cream for promotional purposes?
By Arin Leviti
