Lloyd Kaufman and Troma Team Premiere New Novel, PESTS, on Wattpad!

Lloyd Kaufman–President of Troma Entertainment, creator of the Toxic Avenger, and author of the bestselling “Make Your Own Damn Movie” book series–has just released the first six installments of his brand new novel, “Pests.” Co-written with Jordan Young and Regina Katz, “Pests” marks Kaufman’s first written work of fiction since “Toxic Avenger: The Novel” (Thunder’s Mouth Press/Avalon).

Cover art by Tony Wolf
Kaufman’s novel is being hosted through the online writing community site Wattpad, where six installments have already been uploaded for fans. Since it’s release last Friday, more than 100 readers have already begun subscribing for future installments, which are set to premiere weeklyon Friday mornings. Kaufman and his co-writers are releasing the novel completely free of charge.
Lloyd's New Novel, PESTS, Now Available!
Lloyd’s New Novel, PESTS, Now Available!
“Pests,” a science-fiction satire that draws its influences from the independent film scene, follows Phil Larson, “a nihilistic exterminator who only has passion for movies. When he comes home one night from a long day of work, he gets involved in an incident that will change his course in life forever.”
For more information on Lloyd Kaufman and his co-authors Jordan Young and Regina Katz, readers can visit Lloyd and Jordan’s Twitter accounts, as well as www.troma.com and Troma’s Facebook.

 

 

 


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Troma Signs UCB Alumnus’ The Slashening and Fear Town, USA!

Troma Entertainment has recently acquired The Slashening and Fear Town, USA,  two underground slasher-comedies written and directed by Brandon Bassham, a sketch comedy writer at NYC’s Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. 

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Both The Slashening and Fear Town, USA feature a ensemble cast of upcoming comedy talents whose credits include appearances on MTV, Comedy Central’s Broad City, and the celebrated comedy site Funny or Die, among others. Read more…


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New Troma Titles Available For Pre-Order!

Troma Entertainment is pleased to announce its March 2015 releases are now available for pre-order on Amazon. Kicking off the year is the definitive and fully restored Rabid Grannies Blu-Ray/DVD combo pack. This release includes the never-before-seen Producer’s Cut of the film, as well as deleted scenes and other unique and Tromatic special features. This will mark the first time in its history that Rabid Grannies will be available in high-definition!

Troma is also releasing From Asia With Lust: Volume 1, a Japanese revenge saga starring celebrity adult film star Miyuki Yokoyama. In the tradition of Lady Vengeance and Last House on the Left, the vicious ‘Camp’ and cautionary ‘Hitch-Hike’ are “raw and pulpy” tales of survival and revenge.

For more information on Troma Entertainment and its upcoming releases, fans can visit www.troma.comTroma’s Facebook, and Lloyd Kaufman’s Twitter account.

 

 

 

 

 

 


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Troma Presents its Greatest Slate of Premier Titles for Berlin Film Festival 2015

As the 2015 Berlin Film Festival commences with it 65th year, Troma Entertainment is celebrating its 41st year with a moneymaking selection of Premier titles. Headlining this year’s lineup are Pro Wrestlers vs. Zombies, The Slashening, Madcow, and for the first time outside of North America, Banana MotherfuckerTroma will also be making available its product reel for Lloyd Kaufman’s Return to Nuke ‘Em High: Vol 2, which continues and concludes Troma’s celebrated Return to Nuke ‘Em High: Volume 1, a film which had its premiere at MoMA and a successful limited theatrical distribution in North America last year.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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TROMADANCE 2015 is Now Accepting Submissions! Send in Your Projects by March 15th, 2015!

The Troma Team is proud to announce that submissions are now open for the 16th Annual TromaDance Film Festival! This year will mark the festival’s second year in NYC, following last year’s wildly successful relocation to Brooklyn. Submission deadline for films is March 15th. Official dates and venue TBA! Read more…


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Troma’s highly anticipated documentary ‘Occupy Cannes’ scheduled for 2015 release!

We are very excited to announce that our documentary ‘Occupy Cannes’ is in post-production and is slated to premiere in 2015 at the Cannes Film Festival. To coincide with this announcement, we have released a teaser of the upcoming film!
Occupy Cannes: Energy Drink
Occupy Cannes: Energy Drink

Also to be released at Cannes is ‘Return To Nuke Em High Volume 2’, the second installment of Lloyd Kaufman’s epic two-part re-envisioning of the classic ‘Class of Nuke Em High’ series. ‘Return to Nuke ‘Em High Volume 1’ was released through Starz/Anchor Bay in 2014 with great success including playing a theatrical run which included the MoMa in New York and the Cinemateque in Los Angeles.

From Lloyd Kaufman, Michael Herz and the Troma Team we wish you a Happy Holidays and New Year!

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An Open Letter from Troma’s Lloyd Kaufman

We here at Troma Entertainment wish to publicly express our adulation for the supreme leader, Kim Jong-Un; Great Successor, Young Master, Brilliant Comrade, founder of the first ever “K-pop” girl band in North Korea (Moranbong), and our Lil’ Kim. In light of recent events, Troma wishes to distance itself from Hollywood’s unforgivable disrespect for the Great One.

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Lloyd Kaufman to Host World-Famous ‘Make Your Own Damn Movie’ Masterclass at Monsterfest!

Fans flock to Melbourne to attend!

Following two extremely successful west coast appearances at Stan Lee’s Comikaze and the American Film Market, Lloyd Kaufman is flying into Melbourne, Australia for his first “true blue” Monsterfest film festival. On November 23-24, Kaufman will be hosting two exclusive Monsterfest events: an all day ‘Make Your Own Damn Movie’ Masterclass and a very special Troma double-bill.

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Lloyd Kaufman to Personally Hand-Carry/Reveal Top Secret New Troma Films at the 2014 American Film Market!

Legendary filmmaker Lloyd Kaufman, President of Troma Entertainment and creator of the Toxic Avenger, will be at the 2014 American Film Market (Suite #708) to showcase Troma’s 800+ money-making titles. This year marks Troma Entertainment’s 33rd year in attendance at AFM as well as its 40th year in the independent filmmaking business. To mark the occasion, Kaufman will be personally delivering Troma’s new films in a state-of-the-art security case for their AFM reveal.

Troma’s expansive catalog, known for classics like The Toxic Avenger, Class of Nuke Em High, Tromeo & Juliet, and the recent Return to Nuke Em High: Volume 1, continues to grow larger every year. With over 800 titles, Troma’s catalog (one of the largest in private hands) continues to attract the attention of VOD representatives from around the world.

This year, the Troma Team will be offering private screenings of their hotly anticipated work-in-progress Return to Nuke Em High: Volume 2, now in post-production. Return to Nuke Em High: Volume 1 is currently being distributed by Starz and Anchor Bay Films. Screenings available by appointment only.
 Located on the 7th floor of the Loews Hotel, Troma’s AFM office will be open for appointments November 5-12. Anyone interested in meeting Lloyd Kaufman and the Troma Team are advised to email [email protected] ahead of market. For more information, visit www.troma.com and www.lloydkaufman.com.
Troma’s 2014 American Film Market Suite is located at the Loews Hotel, 1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401
 

 


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Lloyd Kaufman Launches Troma’s “A HALLOWEEN CAROL!”

Now Streaming Online on YouTube and Troma.com!

Shot at the new YouTube Space New York!

Troma Entertainment is proud to release “A Halloween Carol,” Lloyd Kaufman’s Tromatic adaptation of a Dickens Holiday Classic. “A Halloween Carol” is directed by Lloyd Kaufman and Lily Hayes Kaufman with cinematography by Charlotte Kaufman. This is the first time two generations of Kaufmans have collaborated on a Troma film since the French Revolution.
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