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Centuries-old cannibal bloodlines haunt the Mojave as a new batch of teenagers stumbles into their lair.

HILLSIDE CANNIBALS

2006 · 1h 30m · NR · Comedy / Crime / Horror · IMDB TMDB

A group of teenagers in the desert become the prey of cannibalistic inbreds who live in the nearby hillside.

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What is Hillside Cannibals about?

Hillside Cannibals is a 2006 American comedy crime horror film directed by Leigh Scott about a group of teenagers who become prey to cannibalistic descendants of the infamous Sawney Bean in the Mojave Desert.

Programmer's Pick

If you ever wanted your Scottish cannibal folklore relocated to the American desert with a slasher twist, this one's for you. Expect inbred cave-dwellers wielding axes and a sense of humor as sharp as their machetes. The Mojave's got more than just heat to worry about.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Hillside Cannibals opens with the grim legacy of Sawney Bean, a notorious cannibal and serial killer from 1606 whose gruesome appetite for human flesh left a mark on history. Centuries later, his inbred descendants continue his horrific rituals, lurking in the vast caves of the Mojave Desert. When a group of teenagers ventures into this desolate landscape for exploration, they unwittingly cross paths with the clan, turning their trip into a struggle for survival. The film blends crime, horror, and a touch of comedy, offering a modern slasher spin on the legend of Sawney Bean, set amid sun-scorched cliffs and the lurking threat of cannibalistic predators.

Details & Specs

Director: Leigh Scott
Writer: Steve Bevilacqua
Release: 2006
Runtime: 1h 30m
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Genres: Comedy, Crime, Horror
Also Known As: Menschenfresser XXL, Tromos stous lofous, Kannibál szikla, Dealuri canibale, Хиллсайдские каннибалы, Hillside Cannibals: The Legend of Sawney Bean

Why This Matters

Produced by The Asylum, this film exemplifies the mockbuster trend by closely following the release of The Hills Have Eyes and blending elements from several iconic horror films, reflecting the studio's approach to low-budget, derivative genre filmmaking.

— SassyFlix Curator

Cast & Crew

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Director: Leigh Scott Writer: Steve Bevilacqua

HC Heather Conforto Linda

Tom Nagel Bill

Vaz Andreas Callum

Frank Pacheco Magnus EK Erica Kessler Rhian

Marie Westbrook Tog

Thomas Downey Towart / Mr. Pratt CN Crystal Napoles Tearlach

Chriss Anglin Ted LG Louis Graham Sheriff Lachlan EH Ella Holden Amber JJ Justin Jones Mark KD Katayoun Dara Tonya LS Leigh Scott Sawney Bean / David BJ Brian J. Garland Balloch

Amanda Barton Mrs. Pratt VR Vanessa Rooke Heather

Monique La Barr Bree

Eva Derrek Jackie

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Why Cult

Cannibal Folklore Update

The film reimagines the legend of Sawney Bean, transplanting his murderous legacy from 17th-century Scotland to modern-day America.

Desert Slasher Setting

The action unfolds in the barren Mojave Desert, where the landscape itself becomes part of the danger as teens face off against cannibalistic inbreds.

Mockbuster Sensibility

With direct-to-video production and knowing nods to genre conventions, it's a tongue-in-cheek riff on classic slasher and cannibal films.

Gore and Absurdity

Expect a mix of gore, flesh-eating, and surreal comedic touches—including face ripping and funny hats—for those who like their horror with a wink.