The Driller Killer
Dir: Abel Ferrara
1979
***
Whether you like Driller Killer or not, you've got to admit that it pulls no punches and it's one of the only films that can boast being a proper slasher movie. Horror fans will appreciate its purity, wannabe film makers will appreciate what Abel Ferrara achieved in his first feature considering his small budget, lack of experience and outdated technology. A 'Video Nasty' it is, but it's really not as bad as you might think or as the famous image (above) leads one to believe, although it should help you decide whether it is for you or not. It's a nasty film but a brilliant example of creative independent film making.