John Grissmer is a director and writer known for his contributions to cult cinema in the 1970s and 1980s. He helmed Scalpel (1977), a film that showcases his knack for blending horror with psychological tension, serving as both writer and director. Grissmer later directed Blood Rage (1987), a slasher that has gained a dedicated following for its over-the-top style and memorable kills. His work, particularly on The House That Cried Murder (1973), reflects a distinctive approach to storytelling that resonates with fans of exploitation and grindhouse films.
Blood Rage
Twins Todd and Terry seem like sweet boys that is, until one of them takes an axe to face of a fellow patron at the local drive-in. Todd is blamed for the bloody crime and institutionalized, whilst twin brother Terry goes free. Ten years later and, as the family gathers around the table for a Thanksgiving meal, the news comes in that Todd has escaped. But has the real killer in fact been in their midst all along? One thing's for sure, there will be blood and rage!
