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Monthly Archives: February 2015
02/24/15
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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!
“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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02/10/15
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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.
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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02/7/15
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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.com, Troma’s Facebook, and Lloyd Kaufman’s Twitter account.
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02/5/15
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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 Motherfucker. Troma 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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