Paul Kaye, an American writer, made his mark in the world of cult cinema with his work on Video Violence (1987). This film delves into the unsettling aspects of home video culture, reflecting the exploitation trends of the late 1980s. Kaye's sharp narrative style and keen understanding of the genre contribute to the film's status as a notable entry in the realm of grindhouse cinema. His writing captures the essence of the era, blending horror and social commentary in a way that resonates with fans of cult films.
Video Violence
Unsuspecting couple Steve and Rachel become completely immersed in a town of blood-drunk crazies. Led by sickos Howard and Eli, these backwater psychopaths produce and watch their own snuff movies, in which the victims are outsiders or citizens trying to leave the close-knit community of killers. One day an unmarked tape shows up in the return bin of Steve's just-opened video store, and it's the town postmaster being savagely mutilated. "Can it be real, or just a gag?" wonders Steve. He'll soon discover the horrifying answer.
